Motor torpedo boat PT-617

The PT-617 is a fast attack boat measuring 24 meters long, powered by three high-performance engines, and displayed at Battleship Cove in Fall River. It is equipped with torpedoes, guns, depth charges, and rocket launchers that reflect the typical armament of these vessels.

The boat was built in 1945 by Electric Launch Company and belonged to a series of fast torpedo boats that the US Navy used extensively. After the war, it served various purposes before becoming a museum ship.

The vessel shows how the US Navy used fast attack boats for coastal operations during wartime. You can see how crew members worked and lived in the tight spaces aboard.

Visitors can explore the boat during guided tours, seeing both the interior spaces and external features to understand its construction and weapons. It is part of the larger Battleship Cove complex, so plan time to visit both sites.

The boat was constructed from mahogany, a material that made it both durable and fast despite its refined appearance. This choice by the boat builders shows how craftsmanship tradition and military requirements came together.

Location: Fall River

Length: 24 m

GPS coordinates: 41.70528,-71.16333

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:04