LCM(8) Type (South Korea)

Country of Origin: South Korea

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 10 MECHANIZED LANDING CRAFT (LCM)(U.S. LCM(8) Type, Mark 1)

description

These U.S.-built craft are constructed of welded steel. They are capable of carrying one medium tank or 55 tons of cargo, or 200 troops for short distances. The craft are not armed. All 10 transferred in September 1978 after service with the U.S. Army.

status

All are active.

builders


 USA

users platforms

characteristics

 Displacement:       58.8 tons light
                     116 tons full load
 Dimensions:
      length         73 ft 5 in (22.4...

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