She was originally named Tiderace, but was later renamed Tideflow in 1958 to avoid confusion with other members of the class.

Tideflow had a normal complement of 100 Royal Fleet Auxiliary personnel.

She displaced fully loaded, 26,000 tons, was just over 583 ft in overall length and was capable of 17 knots.

[3] Following nineteen years service, Tideflow was laid up at HMMB Devonport during November 1975 and she was added to the 'Disposal List' on 8 January 1976.

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