HMS Otter was a Royal Navy ship launched in 1896 as a torpedo boat destroyer. It was part of the Acorn class of destroyers and served during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The ship had a top speed of 27 knots and was armed with a variety of weapons, including torpedoes and guns. HMS Otter was involved in various naval operations and exercises, including the First World War, where it served in the North Sea and the English Channel. The ship had a crew of around 60 to 70 officers and enlisted personnel. After the war, HMS Otter was decommissioned and sold for scrap in 1921. The ship's design and capabilities reflected the technological advancements of the time in naval warfare, particularly in the development of torpedo boats and destroyers. HMS Otter's service history provides insight into the role and importance of these types of vessels in naval operations during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Overall, HMS Otter played a significant role in the Royal Navy's fleet during its operational years, contributing to the British naval power and maritime operations of the era.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.