Figure 13-15.—Classes of destroyers.
aft. They include two helicopter landing pads, a
fold-down ramp gate at the stern, and topside cranes
and other machinery. They measure 570 feet and
displace 17,000 tons. Small amphibious ships (LSTs)
are characterized by the ramp extending from the
forward part of the ship. They measure about 520 feet
and displace 8,450 tons. Small Soviet ships are usually
characterized by a superstructure aft and a long, open
deck area forward. Figure 13-18 shows examples of
amphibious ships.
AUXILIARY SHIPS
There are many types of auxiliary ships that
perform various duties. They range from oilers to
repair ships. They are usually lightly armed for
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