At our wharf see the powerful steam tug Forceful. Built in 1925 Forceful served the port of Brisbane for 45 years, being the last coal fired tug in operation. Upon being donated to the Museum, she was preserved as a working vessel, making regular trips down the Brisbane River to Moreton Bay. However, the cost in maintaining her sea-worthiness has become beyond the Museum's recources and she will be maintained as a floating exhibit.

Forceful is often open to visitors for inspection, usually on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Check at reception.