The LCM-8 ("Mike Boat") is a river boat and mechanized landing craft used by the United States Navy and Army during the Vietnam War and subsequent operations. They are currently used by governments and private organizations throughout the world.

2019年1月17日 · Mechanized and utility landing craft are rugged, steel displacement vessels used by amphibious forces to transport equipment and troops from ship to the shore, along the shore, and from...

The landing craft mechanized (LCM) is a military landing craft designed for carrying personnel and vehicles from ship to shore without requiring a pier or other shore-based structure. Multiple different models with varying size, capacity, and power plants were produced starting in 1920.

2022年11月14日 · It’s set to replace the Army’s less-capable Vietnam-era Landing Craft Mechanized-8 (LCM-8), which is nearing the end of its service life. And it’s getting ready to enter service as...

LCM-8 are manned by a four man crew, Boatswainmate Petty Officer, Enginerman Petty Officer, and a nonrate fireman and seaman. The LCM-8 is constructed of steel and powered by two 12 V-71 diesel engines. The LCM-8 has twin screws and …

2021年5月27日 · According to information published by Asia Pacific Defence Reporter on May 2021, Australia will replace the two Landing Craft Mechanized, Mark 8 (LCM-8) by Land 8710 Army Littoral Manoeuvre Phase 1. The Request for Tender for the LCM8 replacement is planned to be issued in the 3rd quarter of 2021.

2022年4月6日 · The U.S. Army’s Maneuver Support Vessel-Light (MSV-(L)) is intended to replace the Army's Landing Craft Mechanized (LCM-8) with a new vessel that can sail at speeds much faster than the venerable LCM-8 and also carry a heavier cargo payload.

2019年2月12日 · LCM-8 is built of welded steel; it's bottom, however, is semiflat. Capable of carrying 60 tons of cargo, the LCM is a highly-versatile workhorse for the amphibious force commander.

Collection of diagrams for updating and modifying the Landing Craft, Mechanized, Mk VIII Modification 1 (LCM 8 Mod 1), by Barbour Boat Works for the U.S. Army Mobility Equipment Research & Development Command, later the Belvoir …

2011年9月7日 · The LCM 8 is a medium size landing craft, designed for the landing in a Logistic Over The Shore (LOTS) operation of troops, wheeled and tracked vehicles or general cargo. The LCM-8 can...