MilitaryLCAC(L)
Landing Craftconfirmed
The Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) is a class of air-cushioned landing craft (hovercraft) used by the United States Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). They transport weapons systems, equipment, cargo and personnel from ship to shore and across the beach. It is to be replaced in US service by the Ship-to-Shore Connector (SSC).
Specifications
| Type | Landing Craft |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Textron Marine and Land Systems, Avondale Gulfport Marine |
| Introduced | 1986 |
| Status | In service |
| Weight | 185 t |
| Length | 26.52 m |
| Speed | 74 km/h |
| Range | 200 nmi |
| Crew | 5 |
| Main armament | Two M240B machine guns. Gun mounts will support: Mk 19 Mod 3 40 mm grenade launcher. |
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 68 | confirmed |
| Japan | 6 | confirmed |
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