MilitaryLCM 8
Landing Craftconfirmed
The LCM-8 (Landing Craft Mechanized, Mark 8) is a large, steel-hulled landing craft designed for ship-to-shore transport of vehicles, personnel, and cargo. It is capable of carrying a main battle tank or a substantial number of troops and supplies, making it a versatile asset for amphibious operations.
Specifications
| Type | Landing Craft |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Various US shipyards |
| Introduced | 1959 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 22 km/h |
| Range | 370 km |
| Crew | 4 |
| Weight | 100 t |
History
Introduced in 1959 by various US shipyards, it became a standard landing craft for the US military and was widely exported.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 9 | confirmed |
| India | for use in Jalashwa | confirmed |
| South Korea | 10 | confirmed |
| Turkey | — | confirmed |
| Australia | capacity either 1 MBT or 200 troops | confirmed |
| Vietnam | 4 | confirmed |
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