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INDEX

Major Landing Craft Short Title. Page Landing Craft, Flak, Mark III . . . . L.C.F.(3) • • • . .. 1 Landing Craft, Flak, Mark IV ...... L.C.F.(4) • • • • • . .. 2 Landing Craft, Gun (Large), Mark III .. . . L.C.G.(L)(3) • • • • • . .. 3 Landing Craft, Gun (Large), Mark IV .. .. L.C.G.(L)(4) • • • • • • .. 3 Landing Craft, Gun (Medium), Mark I . . .. L.C.G.(M)(1) • • . • • • .. 5 Landing Craft, Gun (Tower) .. .. L.C.G.(T) . • • • • . .. 7 Landing Craft (Headquarters) ...... L.C.H. .. . • • • • • 8 Landing Craft, Infantry (Large) .. .. L.C.I.(L) • • • • • . .. 9 Landing Craft, Infantry (Small) .. .. L.C.I. (5) • • • • • • 11 Landing Craft, Support (Large), Mark II . L.C.S.(L)(2) ...... 13 For• L.C.S.(L)(1) see under minor craft. Landing Craft, Tank, Mark II ...... L.C.T.(2) ...... 15 Landing Craft, Tank, Mark III . . .. L.C.T. (3) .. •. 17 Landing Craft, Tank, Mark IV ...... L.C.T. (4) ...... Landing Craft, Tank, Mark V .. . 19 . . L.C.T.(5) ...... Landing Craft, Tank, Mark VI . . 21 .. L.C.T. (6) • • • . .. 93 Landing Craft, Tank (Rocket), Mark II .. .. L.C.T.(R)(2) • • .• • . .. 25 Landing Craft, Tank (Rocket), Mark III . . L.C.T.(R)(3) • • • • •. .. 25 Minor Landing Craft Landing Craft, Assault ...... L.C.A. .. • • • • • . Landing Craft, Assault (Hedgerow) .. 26 .. . . L.C.A.(HR) • • . • • . .. 28 Landing Craft, Control .•...... L.C.C. .. .• • • • . .. Landing Craft, Emergency Repair 29 .. . L.C.E. .. . • • • . . .. 30 Landing Craft, Mechanised, Mark I .. . . L.C.M.(1) . • • • • . .. 31 Landing Craft, Mechanised, Mark III .. .. L.C.M.(3) . • • • • . .. 33 Landing Craft, Navigational . . . . L.C.N. .. • • •. .. .. Landing Craft, Personnel (Survey) 35 .. . . L.C.P.(SY) .. . • • . .. Landing Craft, Personnel (Large) 35 .. .. L.C.P.(L) . • •. .. .. Landing Craft, Personnel(Medium) 35 .. .. L.C.P.(M) . • • • • • .. Landing Craft, Personnel (Nested) 37 .. L.C.P.(N) . • • • • . .. Landing Craft, Personnel(Ramped) 39 .. . . L.C.P.(R) . • • . .. .. Landing Craft, Personnel (Small) 40 • • .. L.C.P.(S) • • • • •. .. Landing Craft, Support (Large), 42 Mark I .. . . L.C.S.(L)(1) .. . • • . .. Landing Craft, Support (Medium), 44 Mark I . . L.C.S.(M)(1) .. .., • • •. .. Landing Craft, Support (Medium), 46 Mark II -L.C.S.(M)(2) .. .• • . .. Landing Craft, Support (Medium), 46 Mark III . . L.C.S.(M)(3) .. .• •. .. 46 Landing Craft, Support (Small) ...... L.C.S. (S) . .. . • .. .. 48 Landing Craft, Vehicle ...... L.C.V. .. - • • • • •. Landing Craft, Vehicle (Personnel) .. 49 , .. .. L.C.V.(P) .• • . .. .. 51

Landing Barges Landing Barge, Emergency Repair .. .. L.B.E. .. .. • • •. .. 55 Landing Barge, Flak .. • . •. .. L.B.F. . • • • • • • • .. 59 Landing Barge, Oiler ...... L.B.O...... • • • .. 57 Landing Barge, Vehicle, Marks (1) and (2)L.B.V.. • (1) and (2) .• • . .. 53 Landing Barge, Water .. . • • . :: L.B.W. .. .• • • • • .. 57_

Illustrations • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • At end

Appendix A • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • .. 60-65 Appendix B • • . • • • • • • • • • • • • • • .. 66,67

Relevant Publications • B.R.382 (43). Establishment of Naval stores for L.C.T. and associated types. O.U. Docking information—Landing Craft.

(C52008) n2 LANDING CRAFT, FLAK (MARK III) (Nos. 3-18)

These craft are converted from L.C.T., Mark III. Machinery, fuel, construction, etc., are similar to L.C.T. (3), except as under. Dimensions Length, extreme: 194 ft. 4in. Beam,extreme: 31 ft. 0 in. Displacement (a) Light (no fuel, water, crew, stores, etc.): 420 tons. (b) Loaded: 515 tons. Registered Tonnage Gross, 308-14. Net, 252-54. Revised Net, 230.97. Draughts At light displacement (a) 2 ft. 2 in. forward,5 ft. 4 in. aft. At loaded displacement (b) 2 ft. 9 in. forward,6 ft. 3 in. aft. Speed, Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.) Machinery 1 in No., 15 kW,220 v. generator (in addition to L.C.T.(3)). Armour 15 lbs., D.I.H.T., abreast guns. 15 lbs., D.I.H.T., gunshields. Plastic protection round bridges. Armament Nos. 3-6. 8-2-pdrs., Mark VIII, on mountings, Mark VIII* (Single). 4-0erlikons on mountings, IIA or IIIA (Single). Nos. 7-18. 4-2-pdrs., Mark VIII, on mountings, Mark VIII* (Single). 8-0erlikons on mountings, IIA or IIIA (Single). Fresh Water 21 tons.

Ammunition Pom-poms: 1,800 rounds/gun. Oerlikons: 2,400 rounds/gun.. Fire Control 1 in No., 1 metre or 80 cm. rangefinder.

Signal Radio and Navigational Equipment(in addition to L.C.T. Equipment) 1 in No., Q.H. outfit. 1 in No., L.H., Type 431 or 432. 1 in No., W/T set, Type 686. 1 in No., W/T set, Type CNY 1 (or T.V.5, with hailing equipment, Type 431 or 432). 1 in No., Pattern W.1061,6-in, hand signalling outfit (220 v.). (Otherwise as L.C.T. (3).) Complement Nos.3-6 Naval: 2 officers. Nos. 7-18: 2 officers.

18 men. 18 men. • R.M. guns' crews: 2 officers. 2 officers. 46 men. 54 men. Provision is made for all the above to live aboard. Life-Saving Apparatus 1 in No.,10-ft. dinghy. (In addition to apparatus carried by L.C.T.(3).) Notes D.G. fitted. 20-ton fire and bilge pumps replaced by 70-torf­

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L.C.F.(4)

LANDING CRAFT, FLAK (MARK IV) (Nos.19 et seq.)

These craft are converted from L.C.T., Mark IV. Machinery, fuel, construction, etc., are similar to L.C.T.(4), except as under.

Dimensions Length, extreme: 186 ft. 4 in. Beam,extreme: 38 ft. 9 in.

Displacement (a) Light (no fuel, water, crew, stores, etc.) • 410 tons. (b) Loaded:510 tons.

Draughts propellers. At light displacement (a): 2 ft. 3 in. forward,3 ft. 9 in. at"cut up," 4 ft. 2 in. at in. at propellers. At loaded displacement (b) 2 ft. 11 in. forward, 4 ft. 3 in. at "cut up," 4 ft. 7

Speed,Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.)

Armour Midship magazine: 4-in. Plastic on deck over. 30 lbs. D.W. plating on sides. Bridge: 20 lbs. N.M.B.P. on forward end. 30 lbs. D.W. plating on aft end. 30 lbs. D.W. plating to gun positions.

Armament 4-2-pdrs., Mark VIII, on mountings, Mark VIII* (Single). 8-0erlikons on mountings, IIA or IIIA (Single).

Ammunition Oerlikon: 2,400 rounds/gun. Pom-poms: 3,100 rounds/gun.

Fresh Water

Fire Control 1 in No., 1 metre or 80 cm. rangefinder.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment (in addition to L.C.T. Equipment) 1 in No., Q.H. outfit. 1 in No., L.H., Type 431 or 432. 1 in No., W/T set, Type 686. 1 in No., WiT set, Type CNY 1 (f.V.5 with hailing equipment,Type 431 or 432). 1 in No., Pattern W.1061,6-in, hand signalling outfit (220 v.). (Otherwise as L.C.T.(4).)

Complement Officers: 2. Men 16. R.M. guns' crew: Officers: 2. Men: 56.

Life-Saving Apparatus 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy. L.C.T.(4).) 11 in No.,•Flotanets,9-men capacity. (In addition to apparatus carried by

Notes D.G. fitted. Fire Fighting: 2 in No., Pyrene extinguishers. 5 in No., Foam extinguishers. 20-ton fire and bilge pump replaced by 70-ton. 3

L.C.G.(L)(3) and (4) Mark (3). Nos.1-20; thereafter retain original L.C.T. Nos. Mark (4). Retain original L.C.T. Nos.

These craft are converted from L.C.T., Marks (3) and (4). Machinery, fuel, construction, etc., are similar to L.C.T.s from which they are converted, except as under.

Dimensions Mark (3). Mark (4). Length, overall: 192 ft. 0 in. 186 ft. 4 in. Beam, overall: 31 ft. 0 in. 38 ft. 9 in.

Displacement Mark (3). Mark (4). (a) Light: 420 (no fuel, water, stores, crew, etc.) (b) Loaded: 500 530 tons.

Draughts Mark (3). Mark (4). Forward. Aft. Forward. Aft. At light displacement (a): 2 ft. 4in. 3 ft. 8 in. at "cut up," 4 ft. 0 in. at propellers. At loaded displacement (b): 3ft. 6 in. 6ft. 0 in. 2ft. 6in. 4 ft. 0 in. at"cut up," 4 ft. 1 in. at propellers.

Speed,Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.)

• Armour Mark (3): 25 lbs., D quality, Coaming to side of gun deck. 25 lbs., D quality, Blast screens and protective screen forward. 25 lbs., D quality, to sides of magazine and shell room. Mark (4): 25 lbs., sides, deck in way of magazine, fore and after bulkheads of magazine. 25 lbs., Zarebas to Oerlikon. 25 lbs., Protective screen to guns (4.7-in.). 25 lbs. and 15 lbs., N.M. bridge. 25 lbs., blast screen forward of after 47-in.

Armament Nos. 1-20: 2-47 in. Q.F., Mark IX**, on mountings, Mark XVIII or XVI (single). 2-0erlikons on mountings, IIA or IIIA., or 2-2-pdrs., Mark VIII, on mountings, Mark VIII*. 2—P.A.C.(J). Note.--Nos. 9, 10, 11, 13, 17 and 18 will ultimately be fitted with 4 Oerlikons on mountings,MarkIX(twin handworked). Mark (3) Nos.424,426,449: 2-47-in. B.L.,Mark I,on mountings,C.P., Mark VI*(single). 2-0erlikons on mountings,IIA,IIIA or VIIA (single). • 4-0erlikons on two mountings., Mark IX (twin handworked). 2—P.A.C.(J). Mark (4): 2-4•7-in., B.L.,Mark I,on mountings,C.P., Mark VI*(single). 7-0erlikons on mountings,IIA,IIIA or VIIA (Single). 2—P.A.C.(J).

Fire Control Mark (3) and Mark (4): Pattern 10051 or 10080 rangefinder. Pattern 3778 range clock. Pattern 3969A dumaresque. At the guns an elevation level and a dial sight on the shield enable them to carry out simple area indirect fire.

-Signal Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., Pattern W.1061 6 in. lantern signalling outfit (220 volts). 1 in No., Set W/T,Army No.46 (if authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G. In addition to apparatus carried by L.C.T.(3) and (4).

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Complement 'Normal L.C.T.(2 officers and 10 ratings), with addition of 1 signalman,2telegraphists, 1 S.B.A., 1 0A/OM. R.M. guns' crews: 1 officer, 2 N.C.O.s, 20 men. Provision is made for all the above to live aboard.

Life-Saving Apparatus 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy. 5 in No.,9-man flotanets. In addition to L.C.T.(3) and (4) apparatus.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., M.Q.,stocked 3-cwt. anchor. 1 in No., Byers stockless 12-cwt. anchor. 400 fms. S.W.F.3-in. rope. 90 fms. 2-in. S.W.F. hawser. 75 fms. 4- in. S.W.F. towline.

Fresh Water Mark.(3): 14.3 tons. Mark (4): 60 tons.

Notes --D.G. fitted. 20-ton fire and bilge pumps replaced by 70-ton capacity.

Fire Fighting:­ 2 in No., Pyrene extinguishers. 5 in No., Foam extinguishers. 5

L.C.G.(M)(1)

LANDING CRAFT, GUN (MEDIUM), MARK I (Nos.101 et seq.) Dimensions Length, extreme: 154 ft. 6in. Beam,extreme: 22 ft. 4 in.

Displacement (a) Light (no fuel, water,crew,stores,etc.),274 tons. (b) Loaded(Beaching trim),304tons. (c) Loaded(Ocean trim),347tons.

Draughts At light displacement (a): Mean 5 ft. 5 in. At loaded displacement (b): Mean 5 ft. 10 in. At loaded displacement (c): Mean 6 ft. 5 in.

Speed, Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.)

Fuel Capacity Type: Admiralty Diesel oil or pool gas oil. Stowage, 95 per cent. full, 9,780 gallons plus 4,040 reserve. Lubricating oil: Main engines, S.M.L.O., gear box, D.T.D.472A. o Generator: U.S.N. 9,250. Stowage. Main Engines: 130 gallons. Gear Box: 30 gallons. Generator: 50 gallons.

Machinery Main engines: 2 in No., Paxman Diesel. Generators: 3in No.,30 kW. 1 in No.,2 kW. Propellers:2 in No.,3 ft. 0 in. diameter by 1 ft. 10 in. pitch.

Construction Steel riveted and welded.

Armour 80 lbs. armour plating in way of magazines and engine room on ship's side, fore and aft bulkheads and control position. 40 lbs. on deck and top of control station. 15 lbs. screens to guns, and compass position. 20 lbs. to fire control and W/T office..

Armament • (New construction) (50 craft 2—Q.F., 17-pdr. (Army type) in special turrets (Single) approved first 60 to fit (Interchangeable with 25-pdr. or 95-mm. How.), or

17 pdrs., next 44 to fit 2-25-pdr. Mark III. • (Army type.) 25 pdrs.) 4-0erlikons on two mountings, Mark VITA on mountings, 17/25 pdr., Mark I (twin hand-worked).

Ammunition 17-pdr.or 25-pdr. 150 rounds/gun. Oerlikons, 2,400_rounds/gun.

Fire Control Mark XII. Dumai-esque. Pattern 10080 or Army type 1 m. rangefinder. Coventry clock, Mark I.

Fresh Water , 10 tons, and 40-gallon ready use tank on upper deck. Signal Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., Pattern 5110E, Aldis signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 1038, portable signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern W.1061, hand signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 330 or 315 non-electric log, Cherub or Trident. 1 in No., Pattern 0195A, magnetic compass. 1 in No., Sperry, Mark XIV,gyro compass, Model I. 1 in No., Pattern 16001, signalling torch. 1 in No., WIT set, Army No. 22. 1 in No., W/T set, Type 686. 1 in No., W/T set, Type B.P.413. 1 in No., W/T set, Type C.N.Y. 1. (or T.V.5 with hailing equipment). 1 in No., receiver, Pattern W.5766 or W.4238. 1 in No., Set W/T,Type 66. 1 in No., Set W/T,Type Army No.46 (if authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.). 1—Pattern 17023, port navigation lantern. 1—Pattern 17024, starboard navigation lantern. 1—Pattern 17025, steaming navigation lantern. 1—Pattern 17027, overtaking navigation lantern. 1—Pattern 17028, stern navigation lantern.

Complement 3 Officers. 31 Men. (Including Guns' Crews, R.M.) Davits: Nil. Derricks: Nil.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., M.Q., Byers stockless anchor (12 cwt., stern). 1 in No., C.Q.R., 250-lbs., Type SS.365 anchor. 100 fms., 3-in, steel wire rope(Bow anchor). 200 fms.,3-in, steel wire rope (Stern anchor). 90 fms., 2-in, flexible steel hawser. 75 fms., 2-1-in. flexible steel towline.

Life-Saving Apparatus 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy. 4 in No., Flotanets,9-man capacity. 6 in No., Buoys.

Notes Fire-fighting: 3 in No., Pyrene extinguishers(4723). 3in No., Foam extinguishers(4726). 1 in No., Nuswift extinguishers. 7

L.C.G.(T) LANDING CRAFT, GUN (TOWER) (Included for information. Production has not been proceeded with)

These are a new design of mobile bombardment tower intended to be grounded a short distance off shore to provide stable platforms from whence accurate artillery fire support can be given to landings. The hulls can be grounded in depths not greater than 30 ft. by flooding and refloated by compressed air. Armament 2-6-in. Army howitzers on special mountings. 2-0erlikons(single).

Ammunition Oerlikon,2,400 rounds/gun. Howitzers,200rounds/gun.

Dimensions Main casemate: 32 ft.long by24ft. wide. Hulls: 130 ft.long,13ft. external diameter,spaced 45 ft., centre to centre. Armour Front ofcasemate: Bull-headed steel rails welded side by side and filled with cement grout forming a 51--in. thick protection. Sides and roof. Similar arrangement, flat bottomed steel rail fitted with plastic asphalic armour. Back: 3-in, rail armour.

Accommodation Cookhouse, store, full sanitary accommodation and bunks for 32 men. Three bunks for officers in control room.

Machinery Main engines: None fitted to prototype. 2 in No., Paxman,included in design. Generators: 1 in No.,30 h.p. Diesel. 1 in No., petrol lighting set. Compressors: 1 in No., 15 lb./sq. in. Motor driven. Fans: 1 in No., 10-in, electrical with 8-in, trunks to hull engine rooms. Pumps: 2 in No., motor driven fire and bilge pumps in hulls. Flooding valves: 8 in No., 12-in hand operated in hulls. Steering gear: 2 in No., rudders fitted with Matthews mechanical transmission. Emergency steering by tillers.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No.,25-cwt. anchor short cable and fin, wire to 1 in No.2-ton crab winch on steel platform between the two hulls.

Hoisting Gear 1 in No., 15 cwt., crab winch in rear of casemate.

Life-Saving and Boats 1 in No.,whaler slung beneath casemate. 2 in No., carley floats.

Fresh Water: 600 gallons.

Fuel: 300 gallons in casemates engine room tank. 6,000 gallons in tank slung beneath casemate.

- Signal Radio and Navigational Equipment in No., plotting table. 1 in No., W/T,Type 19. 1 in No., Pattern 1196 compass. LANDING -. CRAFT .HEADQUARTERS (Retain original L.C.1(L)Nos.)

L.C.H. are converted from L.C.1 (L), by following alterations and additions to equipment and fittings.

Accommodation (1) Forward troop space: Troop seats removed and replaced by crew accommodation with bunks for 23 men. (2) Troop space frames 42-57: Troop seats removed and replaced by:— Signal office, starboard, frames 42-49. Operations room, port, frames 42-49. Three officers' cabins, frames 49-57, one berth, and two four-berth. (3) Troop space frames 81-87: Troop scats removed and replaced by transmitting room, port side. P.O.s'and sergeants'messstarboard,four berths. (4) Wardroom altered to accommodate up to nine officers.

Equipment WIT­ 6 Army No. 22 sets. 6 C.D.C., B.28 receivers. 1 C.D.F., B.29 receiver. • Radar, Type 970. Outfit Q.H. T.C.S. transmitter. Bottom logs. E/S, Type 763. V/S­ 2 in No., 10-in, signalling projectors, Pattern 3860A. 1 in No., Pattern 4298 (or 16001A) signalling lantern. 2 in No., Pattern 5110E, Aldis lanterns. 1 in No., Pattern 7950, masthead flashing lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 16001, signalling torch. 2 in No., Pattern 1038, signalling lanterns. 1 in No., Pattern W.2174,intermediate signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 378A, Hether lantern,

Machinery Additional Lister 4 J.P.M. 22 kW generator, 9

L.C.I.(L)

LANDING CRAFT, INFANTRY (LARGE) (Nos.1 et seq.) Dimensions Length, extreme: 158 ft. 6 in. Beam,extreme: 23ft. 8 in.

Displacement (a)Light(no fuel, water,crew,stores,etc.),210 tons. (b) Loaded, beaching trim (no ballast, 16 tons fuel, 1 ton fresh water, crew and 250 fully equipped men), 250 tons. (c) Loaded, ocean trim (full fuel (130 tons), fresh water, crew and 25 tons cargo), 390 tons.

Draughts At displacement: (a) 3ft.6in., mean. (b) 3ft. 1 in.forward,5ft.0in. aft. (c) 5ft.7in.forward,5ft. 11 in. aft.

Speed,Endurance and FuelConsumption. (See Appendix A.) Fuel Type: Admiralty Diesel Stowage,95 per cent. full. or Pool Gas oil. Diesel service tanks .. .. 7,950 galls. Diesel oil or ballast • • .. 26,400 galls. .

Total .. 34,350 galls.

Petrol: 50 gallons in drum,aft(which can be jettisoned in emergency). Kerosene: 5 gallonsfor galley. Lubricating oil: Main engines, S.A.E.30 H.D.(U.S.N.9250). Stowage,two tanks 100 gallons each. Sump capacity,16 gallons/engine. Gear box capacity,5-1- gallons. Machinery Main engines: 2in No.,General Motors, Quad. 24/71 units‘r Generators: 2in No., General Motors 2/71, 20 kW., 120 volts. Auxiliaries: 1 in No., motor driven, Diesel fuel transfer pump. 1 in No., hand driven, Diesel fuel transfer pump., 2 in No., motor driven fire bilge pumps,50 gallon/minute Propellers: 2 in No., variable pitch, — 34 in. to + 64 in.

Construction Steel welded. Hull 10.2 lbs. plate generally. Frames, 18 in. spacing.

Armour 2 in. plastic to wheelhouse, upper conning position, and Oerlikons. (See also Notes 351 onwards.)

Armament 4 x 20 mm. Oerlikon on mountings, Mark IV (U.S.A.) (Single) Five in later craft). (To be replaced by twin Mark IX ultimately.)

Small Arms allowance: 2 in No., pistols. 60 rounds/gun. 2in No., rifles. 150 rounds/gun.

Ammunition: Oerlikons, 2,400 rounds/gun. •

Fresh Water: 5,000 gallons(22.3 tons). Filling connection, hose conn.(U.S. national standard thread) on goose neck port side frame 16.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., U.S. Navy, No. 1 compass. 1 in No., U.S. Navy, No. II compass. 1 in No., Gyro Compass, Arma., Mark IX, Model 1 (in certain craft). 1 in No., Pattern 5110E, Aldis signalling lantern (or equivalent U.S. type 1 in No., Pattern'1038 signalling lantern (portable). 1 in No., Pattern 16001, signalling torch. 1 in No.,log, non-electric. 10

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment—continued WIT. Per Flotilla. 1 in No., transceiver, T.C.S. 4 in No., outfit Q.H. 1 in No., W.5766, or 2 in No., E/S sets. W.4238 receiver. 4 in No.,loud hailing 1 in No., W/T,Type 66(Army No. 18). equipment 431/2. 1 in No., Loop R.H.1. 1 in No., Receiver B.P.413. 1 in No., Army No. 46 (if authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.).

Carrying Capacity Seats for 199-200 fully equipped troops below decks. Seats for 46-52 fully equipped troops on upper deck (varies slightly between craft built in different yards). Racks for equipment and rifles on troop decks. Water coolers and full sanitary arrangements provided on each troop deck. Craft Nos. 351 onwards, fitted bunks for 186 men (varies slightly) in lieu of seats below decks. (Also see notes for Nos. 351 onwards.) Fifty bicycles can be stowed on the upper deck using the well deck and seats in the waist.

Complement Officers:2. Men : 17.

Anchors and Cables 750 lbs. Darnf'orth bower anchor .. 2fathoms -1-in. chain and 60 fathoms fin, diameter wire. Cutted by davit and stowed on deck. 750 lbs. Darnforth stern anchor .. 2fathoms Fin, chain and 150 fathoms fin, diameter wire. Stowed on transom on special frame. Each anchor handed by its own petrol winch which has 5 in. diameter drum for hawsers. 1 in No.,30 fathoms 6-in, sisal rope mooring hawsers. 1 in No.,60 fathoms ft-in, diameter wire rope mooring lines.

Life-Saving Apparatus 2 in No.,25-man lifefloats. 4 in No., 24-in, diameter lifebuoys. 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy.

Notes. (Some craft fitted as stores carrier in Mediterranean. See Drawing.) Capacities of Holds: No. 1, 2,270.5 cu. ft. No. 2, 2,737.5 cu. ft. No. 3, 3,071.0 cu. ft. No. 4, 1,300.5 cu. ft. Limiting dimensions of stores: 2 ft. by 4 ft. by 4 ft. through entrance and 1 ft. 6 ins. by 2 ft. by 6 ft. 3 ins, through escape hatches. Hydrostatic Data: T.P.1 at 386tons displacement = 7•O. T.P.1 at 288tons displacement = 6.47. Nos.351 onwards have improvements including:— (1) Deckhouse carried out to ship's side and extended forward to fr. 42 and aft to fr. 81 to provide messing arrangements, etc., for seven day operational voyage. (2) Ventilation and sanitary arrangements improved,steam heating fitted. (3) Pilot house on top of deck house with open bridge on roof. (4) Oerlikons on corners of deck house. (5) 36 ft. long by 40 ins. wide (inside handrails) ramps operated by petrol winches. (6) 10 lbs. S.T.S. bulwarks to pilot house Oerlikon Zarebas, and forward of hull sides. (7) Accommodation for4 officers,24men(crew); and troops,9officers,206men for seven days. Disembarkation: 2in No., brows 28 ft. by 42 in. wide (inside handrails) handled by hand winches (except as above, at (5) )• Some craft fitted in Mediterranean with locally built lighter ramps 26 ft.3ins.long,2ft.3ins. wide (inside hand rails). Time to disembark 250 fully equipped troops, 24-34 minutes with practice, 4-5 minutes without practice. Firefighting: Fire hydrants fed from fire main. 1 in each troop space. 3 on upper deck. 4 in engine room. 1 in after provision room. 1 in magazine. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw shafts, 168 ft. LANDING CRAFT, INFANTRY (SMALL) (Nos.501 et seq.) Dimensions Length,extreme: 105 ft. 1 in. Beam,extreme: 21 ft. 5 in.

Displacement (a) Light(no fuel,water,crew,stores,etc.),79 tons. (b) Loaded (80 per cent.fuel, 12tons ballast,25 men and crew),110 tons.

Draughts At displacement(b): 3ft.3ins.Forward. 3ft. 10ins. Aft. With stores as under "carrying capacity" 4 ft. 0 in. Forward,5 ft. 6 ins. Aft.

Speed,Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.)

Fuel Type: 87 Octane petrol. Stowage, at 95 per cent. full, 4,000 gallons (10-gallon auxiliary tank). Size of fuelling connection flush cap, 2 in. outside diameter. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Stowage, 100 gallons. M.E.sump capacity, 41- gallons. Gear box capacity, R gallons.

Machinery Main engines:2 in No., Hall Scott Defender, V.12. Supercharged or unsupercharged (see Notes). Pumps: 1 in No., fire and bilge pump. 1 in No., portable pump. Generators: 2in No.,24 volt 650 watts. 1 in No., 24 volts 1,500 watts. Propellers: 31 ins, diameter by 33-1- ins, pitch with supercharged engines. 30 ins, diameter by 33-i ins, pitch with unsupercharged engines. Originally larger sizes fitted, but are trimmed to the above except where 38 ins. diameter by 33 ins, pitch were fitted in which case they are trimmed to 36 ins. by 33 ins. Further trials are now being carried out to determine final propeller sizes. Construction Wood: Water-tight bulkheads at frames 2, 6, 10, 14, 16, 19 and 22. Frame spaces 4 ft. 6ins. apart.

Armour 10lb.,D.1H.T.plating to deck,sides down to chine and transoms. 10lb. D.1H.T.Zarebas to guns,generator house. 10 lb. to bulkhead forward end of forward troop space. in. non-magnetic plating to bridge.

Armament 2in No.,20 mm.Oerlikon on mountings, Mark IIA or IIIA (Single). (To be replaced by8in No. on four mountings, Mark IX (twin handworked) ultimately.) C.S.A., Type"B"L.P. Small Arms allowance: 2in No., •303rifles, 150 rounds/rifle. . 2in No., •455 pistols,60rounds/pistol. Ammunition 1,200rounds per Oerlikon.

Turning Circle 80 yards diameter in 60 seconds.

Fresh Water 480 gallons in four tanks. Supply to galleys and basins by hand pump. Size of filling connection: 13-, in. internal diameter stand pipe, plug type cap at bottom of companion way to mess deck amidships. 12

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Flotilla. 1 in No., Pattern 920, magnetic compass. 4 in No., outfit Q.H. 1 in No., Pattern 183, magnetic compass. 4 in No.,loud hailing equipment, Type 1 in No., Pattern 5110E, Aldis signalling lantern. 431 or 432. 1 in No., Pattern 1038, signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 16001, signalling torch. 1 in No., Pattern 330, non-electric log. 1 in No., W/T set, Type 66(Army No. 18.). • 1 in No., loop R.H.I. 1 in No., W/T set, Army No. 46 (if authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.). ' 1 in No., W/T set, Type T.W.12E.P. (including receiver 394G, but excluding receiver outfit C.S.B. or later type). 1 in No., W/T set, receiver B.P.413. 1 in No., receiver, Pattern W.5766 or W.4238.

Carrying Capacity 6 officers, 96 fully equipped men, below decks. 3in No.,troop decks with full sanitary and heating arrangements. 18 bicycles in racks on upper deck. Limiting stores loads: No.2 hold, 42 tons; No.3 hold, 33 tons.

Complement 2 Officers, 15 men.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., C.Q.R., Type S.S. 330, 180 lb. anchor. 150 fathoms, V& ins., S.W. flex rope. 45 fathoms,5 ins, tarred hemp. (Pattern C.3252). 30 fathoms,2 ins. S.W. flexible rope. 60fathoms,4-in. Manila or towing. 90 fathoms,3-in. Manila for towing.

Life-Saving Apparatus 4 in No., flotanets, 22 men. 3in No., flotanets,9 men. 2in No.,lifebuoys. 2in No., lifebelts, inflatable spare). 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy.

Notes and Disembarkation: By 4 in No.,ramps man-handled over bow sponsons each ramp 30 ft. long and 2ft. wide. Rollers are provided and gangways have collapsible stanchions. Time to disembark 106 troops about4minutes. Galley: Fitted New Anchor type, coal-fired range. Craft Nos. with Supercharged engines: Nos. 501, 512-515 inclusive, 524-540 inclusive, are super­ charged. Nos.502 to 511 inclusive,516 to 523inclusive, are unsupercharged. main Firefighting: 2in No.,6B extinguishers on forward engine room bulkhead. Supplying ring in E.R. with leads to carburettors, engine trays and bilges. 2 in No.,6B,situated as above with leads to top and bottom of fuel tanks. Above are remote controlled from bridge. 3in No., 1 quart Pyrene. 6 in No.,2 gallons, Foam. 2in No.,2 gallons, Nuswift. C.D.L. towers shown on the drawing are removed. Docking: Length required to withdraw shafts 112 ft. Ventilation: 12-in, cowls and 5-in, mushrooms to troop spaces, engine room, etc. 13

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LANDING CRAFT, SUPPORT (LARGE), MARK II (Nos.251-260) Dimensions Length, extreme: 105 ft. 1 in. Beam,extreme: 21 ft. 5 in.

Displacement (a) Light(no fuel,water,crew,stores,etc.),84tons. (b) Loaded: 116 tons.

Registered Tonnage Gross, 21.81. Net 12.15.

Draughts At displacement(a): 2ft.8in. Forward,3ft.0in. Aft. At displacement(b): 3ft.8in. Forward,3ft.4in. Aft.

Speed,Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.)

Fuel Type-: 87 Octane. Stowage: At 95 per cent. full, 4,000 gallons (+ 10 gallons auxiliary tank in engine room). Connection as for L.C. 1 (S). Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Sump capacity 4-5 gallons per engine, gear box 1.75 gallons.

Machinery Main engines:2in No., Hall Scott Defender. Supercharged or unsupercharged (see Notes). Generators: 2in No.,24 volts, 650 watts. 1 in No., 24 volts, 1,500 watts. Stuart Turner engines. 1 in No.,3kW for 6-pdr. turret Pumps: As for L.C. 1 (S).

Turning Circle 40 yards diameter in 64 seconds.

Fresh Water , 480 gallons.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., Pattern 920 compass. 1 in No., Pattern 183 compass. 1 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 1038 signal lantern. 1 in No., Pattern W.2151 signal torch. 1 in No., Q.H.2 outfit. 1 in No., Pattern 330 non-electric log. •1 in No., W/T set, Type 66. 1 in No., WIT set, Army No.46 (if authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.). 1 in No., W/T set, Army No. 22. 1 in No., W/T set, Type 686. 1 in No., W/T set, Receiver B.P.413. 1 in No., W/T set, Type C.N.Y. 1 (or T.V.5 with hailing equipment). 1 in No., outfit, Type 306. 1 in No., Receiver, Pattern W.5766 or W.4238.

Complement Officers: 2. Men: 14. R.M. guns' crews,9.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., C.Q.R., Type SS.330, 180 lbs. 150 fathoms S.W.F., 1-43- in. rope. 45 fathoms 5 in., tarred hemp, Pattern C.3252. 5 fathoms 2 in., S.W. flexible rope. 30 fathoms,4 in. Manila for towing. (C52008) 14

Life-Saving Apparatus 3in No., flotanets, nine men each. 2in No.,lifebuoys. 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy.

Construction As for L.C. 1 (S). Both craft have Fairmile"H"type hulls.

Armour 10 lbs., D.I.H.T. plate to deck, sides down to chine and transoms, and forward bulkheads. 10 lbs. D.I.H.T. Zarebas to guns. +-in. non-magnetic bullet proof plating to bridge.

Armament 1 Q.F., 6-pdr.(7 cwt.), Mark V in Valentine tank turret, Mark IX. 1 4-in. B.L.smoke mortar, Mark I N. 2 Oerlikons on mountings IIA or II1A (single). To be replaced by 2 in No. mountings, Mark IX ultimately. 2 .5 in. Vickers M/G in power-operated turret, Mark V. C.S.A., L.P., Type "B." Small Arms allowance: 2in No., stripped Lewis, 1,500 rounds/gun. 2in No., pistols, 60 rounds/gun.

Ammunition 4-in. B.L. mortar bombs, 10 lbs.-60. 4-in. B.L. mortar smoke candles-50. 20-mm. Oerlikon-12,000 rounds. •5-in.-9,600 rounds. 6-pdr.-512.

Notes Craft, Nos. 252,254-260 inclusive, have supercharged engines. Craft, Nos. 251,253 have unsupercharged engines. Fire Fighting:2in No.,6B extinguishers on forward engine room'bulkhead supplying ring main in E.R. with leads to carburettors, engine trays and bilges. 2in No.,6B situated as above with leads on top and bottom offuel tanks. 3in No.,Pyrene. 6in No.,Foam. 2in No.,Nuswift. 15

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LANDING CRAFT, TANK, MARK II (100-172)

Dimensions Length, extreme: 159 ft. 11 in. Beam,extreme: 31 ft. 0in.

Displacement Light (no fuel,water, crew, stores, etc.),296 tons. Loaded—See Appendix "B."

Registered Tonnages 242•76 gross, 165•08 net, 14809revised net.

Draughts For draughts and loaded displacements. See Appendix" B."

Fuel Type: Admiralty diesel oil for Paxman engined craft. Stowage: at 95 per cent. full 10,800 gallons. 73Octane petrolfor Napier Sealion engined craft. 8,800 gallons. Thread of main fuelling pipe— Napier3in.gas female—Paxman,No:4 Admiralty, Male port and starboard. Lubricating Oil:— Paxman--S.M.L.O. Paxman,40 gallons. Gear box, D.T.D.472A. Napier,50 gallons. Napier, D.T.D.472B. Gear box. Generators, I.C.E. Sump capacity Paxman 40 gallons, gear box, 10 gallons.

Machinery Main Engines:2in No.; Paxman T.P. 12, 500 h.p. diesel. (Craft Nos. 300-421.) or 3in No. Paxman. (Craft Nos. 121-172.) or 3 in No. Napier Sealion, 500 h.p., petrol. (Craft Nos. 100-162), 500 h.p. Generators: 1 in No. 220 volts, 15 kW,Hyland petrol in Napier engined craft. 1 in No.,220 volts, 15 kW,National gas diesel in Paxman engined craft. Propellers: Paxman. Engined : 3 ft. 4 in. diameter, 1 ft. 8 in. pitch. Shaft: 15 ft. 6-24 in. by 31 in. diameter. Napier engined: 3ft.0in. diameter, 1 ft.9in. pitch. Shaft: 18 ft.6in. by3 in. diameter. Pumps: 1 in No.,Allen 20ton/hour,220 volts. Rudders: 1in No.

Construction Steel, 15 lbs. generally. . Frames 66,2 ft. apart.

Armour 21in plastic armour to bridges. 20lbs.,D.I.H.T.,screens to guns. 15lbs.,D.K.M.,deck and sides(in Nos.100-116 only). 15lbs.,D.I.H.T.,wheelhouse. 15lts.,D.I.H.T.around anchor wire reels. 15lbs.,D.I.H.T.to shelter on forecastle deck. (C52008) c2 16

Armament 2in No.,2 pdr., Mark VIII pom-poms on mountings, Mark VIII* (Single), Or 2in No.,20 mm., Oerlikons, Mark IIA or IIIA (Single). 2 in No., P.A.C., Type"J"projectors. 2in No., F.A.M. projectors. Small AYMS allowance:­ 1 in No., Lanchester carbine, 300 rounds. 1 in No., •303 rifle, 150 rounds. 2 in No., •455 pistols.

Ammunition 2 pdr., 1,800 rounds/gun. 20 mm., 1,200 rounds/gun.

Fresh Water 550 gallons.

Turning Circle Two lengths.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Flotilla. 1 in No. Pattern 188A magnetic compass. 2in No., outfit, Type 306. compass, or 1 in No. Pattern 921 magnetic 1 in No.,5110E Aldis lantern. 1 in No. Pattern 183 magmetic compass. 1 in No. Pattern 5110E Aldis signal lantern. 1 per three craft, Type C.N.Y. 1 or T.V.5, W/T with hailing equipment. 1 in No.,Pattern 1038lantern portable. 1 in No. Pattern 16001 signalling torch. 1 in No.,Pattern 330or 315non-electric log. W/T set,Type66(Army No. 18). W/T set receiver,B.P.413. ­ 1 in No.,Receiver,Pattern W.5766 or W.4238.

Capacity See Appendix "B."

Complement Officers: 2. Men: 10. Anchors and Cables 1 in No.,3cwt.,stocked forward. 1 in No., M.Q.,Byers Stockless 12 cwt.(or 10 cwt. fitted some craft). 400 fathoms 3 ft. S.W., flexible rope (on two reels). 90fathoms,2in.S.W.flexible rope,hawser. 75 fathoms, 2-1 in. S.W. flexible towline. Two hand windlasses forward for operating brow door. Centre line electric capstan aft for kedge. Lire-Saving Apparatus and Boats 2in No.,-10-men lifefloats. 2in No.,22-men flotanets. 6 in No.,lifebuoys. One 10-ft. dinghy per two craft. Notes Slope of keel (designed) 1 in 33. Hydrostatic data (approximate only. Loaded with 125 tons load, T.P.1,875 Moment to change trim 1 in. = 83. Light displacement 296 tons, T.P.1,8.25. Moment to change trim 1 in. = 72. Distance between draught marks 112 ft. 0 in. at frames 4 and 60. DIC: Fitted. Firefighting: 2 in No., Pyrene, 1 quart extinguisher. 5 in No., Foam,2 gallons extinguisher. Napier craft have remote controlled Methyl Bromide extinguisher in E.R. and fuel compartment. Batteries: • Two sets,24 volts,280 amp./hour. Battery from 220 volt.,D.C.circuit. Charging: 12,24 or32volts,30amps.,panelfed a Ramp: Length of preventer chain = 17 ft. Maximum ramp load supported by beach at extreme end =50 tons. 17

L.C.T.(3) LANDING CRAFT, TANK, MARK III (Nos.330-499 and 7001, et seq.) Dimensions Length, extreme: 192 ft. 0 in. Beam,extreme: 31 ft. 0 in.

Displacement Light (no fuel, water, crew, stores, etc.), *327 tons. (Paxman engined) 345 (petrol engined). Loaded. (See Appendix B.)

Registered Tonnage 305.19 gross,249.57 net, 228.21 revised net.

Draughts For draughts and loaded displacements. (See Appendix B.)

Speed,Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.)

Fuel. (Paxman engines.) Type; Admiralty diesel oil. Stowage 6,200 gallons. Filling connection No. 4 Admiralty male P. and S. or Pool Gas oil. Lubricating oil: Main engines, S.M.L.O. Stowage,50 gallons. Gear box,D.T.D.472A. Generators, S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Sump capacity, 40 gallons per engine. Gear box, 10 gallons.

Fuel. (Sterling engines) Type: Petrol,87 octane. Stowage,5,745 gallons. Lubricating oil: Main engines, D.T.D. 472B. Stowage,50 gallons. Generators, U.S.N. 9250. Stowage,20 gallons.

Machinery. (Craft Nos. 330-499) Main Engines: 2in No., Paxman,T.P. 12, 500 h.p., diesel. (Nos. 7034-7105, excluding 7042 new construction will have 2 in No., Sterling Admiral petrol engines.) Generators: 1 in No., 220 volts, 15 kW, Lister or Fowler diesel. (Craft Nos.423 onwards, 2in No.) Pumps: 1 in No., 20-ton Worthington Simpson,220 v. D.C.(to be replaced by 70-ton). Propellers: 2 in No., 3 ft. 4 in. diameter, 1 ft. 8 in. pitch. Shaft diameter, 3,-1 in., length, 15 ft. 6-al in. Rudders: 2in No.

Machinery, Craft Nos. 7034-7105 (except 7042) Main Engines: 2 in No., Sterling Admiral petrol engines(-unsupercharged Generators: • 1 in No., Paxman,30 kW. • 1 in No., Lister, 15 kW.

Construction Steel. 15 lbs., M.S. generally.

Armour 21- in. plastic to bridges. 15 lbs., N.M. plating over wheelhouse. 15 lbs., D.I.H.T. to conning tower forward.. 15 lbs., D.I.H.T. around anchor reels, 20 lbs., guns' screens, (C52008) c3 18

Armament 2in No., Oerlikons on mountings, Mark IIA or IIIA (Single). OY 2 in No.,2 pdrs., Mark VIII on mountings, Mark VIII* (Single). 2in No., F.A.M. Small arms allowance: 2in No., Lanchester carbine, 300 rounds. 1 in No., rifle, 150 rounds. 2 in No., •455 Webley pistol, 60 rounds/gun. Ammunition Oerlikon, 1,200 rounds/gun. 2 pdrs., 1,800 rounds/gun.

Fresh Water 550 gallons, Nos. 423 onwards have wing tank, Nos. 1 or 2 fitted to carry 12tons (2,688 gallons) fresh water, at expense of maximum cargo (see Appendix B). Filling connection, 1-1- in. socket with plug cap at after end of forecastle starboard.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Flotilla. 1 in No., Pattern 188A magnetic compass. 2in No., Outfit, Type 306. 1 in No., Pattern 921 magnetic compass. 2 in No., Outfit, Q.H.2. 1 in No., Pattern 5110E, Aldis signal lantern. 1 in No., Aldis lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 1038 signal lantern. 1 per three craft C.N.Y.1 or Type T.V.5., WIT 1 in No., Pattern 16001 signal torch. with hailing equipment. 1 in No., non-electric log, Pattern 330 or 315. 1 in No., W/T set, Type 66(Army No. 18). 1 in No., W/T set, Receiver B.P.413. 1 in No., Receiver, Pattern W.5766 or W.4238.

Carrying Capacity. (See Appendix B.)

Complement Officers:2. Men: 10.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., M.Q.,stocked 3 cwt., anchor. 1 in No., M.Q., Byers, 12 cwt., stockless or 10 cwt. in some craft). 400 fathoms 3 in., S.W. flexible rope. 90 fathoms 2 in., S.W. flexible hawser. 75 fathoms 2-1- in., S.W. flexible towline. Winches: Two hand winches forward for operating ramp centre line electric capstan for stern anchor.

Life-Saving Apparatus and Boats 2in No., 10-men lifeboats. 2in No.,22-men flotanets. 6 in No.,lifebuoys. 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy per two craft.

Notes Firefighting: 2in No., pyrene. 5 in No., foam. Methyl Bromide installation in Petrol Engined Craft. Tropical Craft:(L.C.T.(3)*.) Craft Nos. 423 onwards fitted for tropical service, with improved accommodation and ventilation extra generator, electric cooker, refrigerator. Ramp: Maximum ramp load with end of ramp resting on beach = 50 tons, Length of preventer chains, 17 ft. Slope ofKeel: 1 in 30 designed. Hydrostatic Data. (Approximate only.) Tons per inch Moment to change immersion. trim 1 in. Loaded five Churchills (200 tons). 11 135 ft./tons. Light displacement, 349 tons. 101 115 ft./tons. Batteries:2in No.,24 volts., 300 amp./hour. Battery Charging: 12, 24 or 32 volts., 30 amps. panel fed from 220 v. D.C. circuit.. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw shafts, 204 ft. Draught Marks: Distance between draught marks 144 ft. 0 in., situated at frames 4 and 60. DIG.: Fitted. 19

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LANDING CRAFT, TANK, MARK IV (Nos.500-2000) Dimensions Length, extreme: 187 ft. 3 in. Beam, extreme: 38 ft. 9in.

Displacement Light (no fuel, water, crew, stores, etc.), 250 tons. Loaded—see Appendix B.

Registered Tonnage 383.86 gross, 261.02 net, 234.15 revised net.

Draughts For draughts and loaded displacements. (See Appendix B.)

Speed,Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.)

Fuel Type: Admiralty diesel oil. Stowage, 3,100 gallons (11,300 in later craft, see notes). Filling connection, No.4 Admiralty male, P. and S. LubricatingOil: Main engines, S.M.L.O. Stowage: 50 gallons. Gear box,D.T.D.472A. (+ 10-gallon auxiliary tank.) Generators, S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Sump capacity, 40 gallons. Gear box, 10 gallons.

Machinery Main engines: 2in No., Paxman T.P. 12,500 h.p. diesel. Generators: 1 in No.,220 volts, 15 kW., Lister diesel. 1 in No., 220 volts, 5 kW. (To be replaced by 15 kW.) Pumps: 1 in No.,70 tons, fire and bilge pump. 2in. semi-rotary hand pump. 1 in, hand pump for F.W. tanks. Propellers: 2 in No., 3 ft. 0 in. diameter, 1 ft. 9 in. pitch. (To be replaced as opportunity occurs by 3ft. 0 in. by 1 ft. 10 in.) Shaft: Length 18 ft.6n in. Diameter: 3/ in. Rudders 2in No.

Construction Steel, 10 lbs, generally, riveted or all welded.

Armour 15 lbs. non-magnetic to all four sides of steering shelter. 15 lbs. non-magnetic to compass platform. 15 lbs. D.I.H.T. over forward winches. 15 lbs. D.I.H.T. screens to guns. 10 lbs. D.I.H.T. over anchor reels.

Armament 2in No., Oerlikons on mountings, Mark IIA,IIIA or VITA (Single). 2in No., P.A.C., Type "J." 2in No., F.A.M. Small Arms allowance: 2 in No., Lanchester carbines, 300 rounds. 1 in No., rifle, 150 rounds. 2in No., pistols, 60 rounds. Ammunition Oerlikons, 1,200 rounds per gun.

Fresh Water 550 gallons. Wing tank No. 3, fitted for extra 18.5 tons (4,144 gallons) at expense of maximum cargo (see Appendix B). Wing tank No. 12, fitted for extra 31 tons in later craft in lieu of No. 3.

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Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Flotilla. 1 in No., Pattern 188A magnetic Compass. 2 in No., outfit, Type 306. 1 in No., Pattern 921 magnetic compass. 2 in No., outfit 0.H.2. 1 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis signal lantern. 1 in No., outfit 5110. 1 in No., Pattern 1038 signal lantern. Aldis lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 16001 signal torch. 4in No., W/T set, C.N.Y.1 or T.V.5 with loud 1 in No., Pattern 330or 315non-electric log. hailing equipment. 1 in No., W/T set,Type66(Army No. 18). 1 in No., W/T set,receiver B.P.413. I in No., receiver,Pattern V.5766 or W.4238.

Carrying Capacity. (See Appendix B.)

Complement Officers: 2. Men: 10.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No.,3 cwt., M.O. stocked anchor. 1 in No., 12 cwt., Byers stockless anchor. 400 fathoms 3in. steel wire rope. 90 fathoms 2 in. steel hawser. 75 fathoms 21- in. steel towline.

Life-Saving Apparatus and Boats 2in No., lifefloats, 10-men capacity. 2in No., flotanets, 22-men capacity. 6 in No.,lifebuoys. 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy per two craft.

Notes Hydrostatic Data. (Approximate.) Tons per inch Moment to change immersion. Trim 1 in. Loaded,230 tons. 131 145 ft./tons. Light displacement. 1241 123 ft./tons. Slope of keel (designed) 1 in 150. Fire Fighting: 2 in No., Pyrene. 5 in No.,foam. Ramp: Maximum ramp load with ramp supported by beach = 50 tons. Length of preventer chains = 17 ft. Ramp opening: Fitting of roller and bracket at ramp'entrance (see tank deck diagram) and that part of tank securing gear which projects into the entrance is to be discontinued. The projecting portions of the guard rails are to be removed from existing crdft. DIG: Fitted. Draught Marks: Situated frame— 11 forward (a). 64 midships (b). 83 aft (c). Distance(a) to (b) 106 ft. (a) to (c) 144 ft. Batteries: Two sets, 24 volts., 300 amp./hour. Battery Charging: 12, 24 or 32 volts., 30 amps., panel fed from 220 volts. D.C. circuit. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw shafts = 199 ft. Improvement in later craft: Craft completing after June, 1944, will be specially stiffened for ocean passage, with ventilation to accommodation spaces,Domestic Refrigerators and increased endurance. 21

L.C.T.(5) LANDING CRAFT, TANK, MARK V (Nos. 2001-2500) Dimensions Length, extreme: 112 ft. 4 in. Beam,extreme: 32 ft. 8 in.

Displacement Light (no fuel,water,crew,stores,etc.): 126tons. Loaded—see Appendix B.

Draughts For draughts and loaded displacements. (See Appendix B.)

Speed,Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.)

Fuel Type: Admiralty diesel oil. Stowage 95 per cent. full, 2,500 gallons. Filling connection, 21- in. U.S. male S Ford. Lubricating oil: Main engines and gear box,S.A.E.30 H.D.(U.S.N.9250). Stowage: 120 gallons. Sump capacity 65 gallons. Gear box 15 gallons.

Machinery Main engines: 3 in No., Gray, 225 h.p. diesel(3: 1 reduction gear). Generators: 1 in No.,120 volts,20kW.,Buda or Hill. (Budas are being replaced by G.M.2/71.) Pumps: 16-ton motor driven bilge pump. Propellers: 3 in No., 38-in, diameter by N-in. pitch. Shaft: lift.0 in. by 21--in. diameter.

Construction Steel welded in three sections bolted together. 52 frames, 2-in. spacing. Side plating, bulwark and bulkheads 7.65 lbs. Deck plating 102 lbs. Bottom plating forward, 12'75 lbs.

Armour Wheelhouse, 10 lbs. non-magnetic bullet proof plating. ­ 48 in No., L.C.T.(5)'s will have 50-tons weight of additional armour for special requirements. (See Notes.)

Armament 2in No., Oerlikons on mountings, Marks IIA,IIIA or VITA single). Small Arms Allowance: 1 in No., Lanchester carbine, 300 rounds. 1 in No., rifles, 150 rounds. 2in No., pistols, 60 rounds/gun.

Ammunition Oerlikons, 1,200 rounds per gun.

Fresh Water 530 gallons. Filling connection, craft Nos. below 2400, hose connection (U.S.) on stand pipe P. and S. on poop deck forward of wheel house. Nos. above 2400 same size on goose neck midships forward of crew space on tank deck.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Flotilla. 1 Hughes compass and U.S. type Pioneer compass 2 in No., outfit, Type 306. (or U.S. Navy, No. 3, and U.S. Pioneer). 1 in No.,5110E Aldis lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis signalling lantern. 4 in No., transceiver C.N.Y.1 or T.V.5 1 in No., Pattern 1038 signal lantern. with hailing equipment, Type 431 or 1 in No.,Pattern 16001 signal torch. 432. 1 in No.,Pattern 16001 signaltorch. 2in No.,E/S sets. 1 W/T,Type 66(Army 18). W.5766 receiver B.P.413, or W.4235 receiver. 1 in No., non-electric log.

Carrying Capacity. (See Appendix B.) 22

. Complement Officers: 2. Men: 10.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., 1,500 lbs. Danforth type stockless anchor aft (or 12 cwt. Byers Stockless). 150fathoms3-in. F.S.W.rope. 1 capstan aft. 2hand winchesforward for ramp handling; 1 petrol driven. Towing eyes are fitted port and starboard on ship's side just abaft ramp bridge.

Life-saving Apparatus and Boats 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy per two craft. 1 in No., lifefloats. 2 in No.,22-men capacity flotanets. 4 in No.,lifebuoys.

Notes Fire-fighting: 6 in No., CO2 (15-lb. extinguishers). Phomene model 402foam generator. 2 in No., portable petrol-driven pumps, with liquid foaming agent. Ramp: Maximum ramp load with ramp resting on beach = 40 tons. Preventer chains allow ramp to be lowered to 2 ft. below keel line. Lengthened craft: Craft Nos. 2119, 2422, 2423, 2262, 2264, have been lengthened by the addition of a 40-ft. section amidships. These craft can carry5x40-ton tanks, or 15 x 3-ton lorries, with draughts of 2ft. 9 in.forward,4ft. 4 in. aft, and 1 ft. 8in. forward and 3ft.3in. aft respectively. Trialsindicate that these lengthened craft are half-knot faster than the standard type but have poor seakeeping qualities. Specially 48in No.,have been armoured by the addition of 50 tons of armour plating Armoured Craft. for use as support craft. Maximum load is reduced to 100 tons. Draughts, L.C.T.(A)(5). light, are estimated at 1 ft. 1 in.forward and 3ft.5in.aft, Nos.2401 onwards, and 1 ft.0 in. forward and 3ft. 10 in. aft, Nos.2001-2400. Maximum permissible draughts, 3 ft. 1 in. forward and 4 ft. 6 in. aft. Hydrostatic Data: Tons/inch immersion = 132. Momentto change trim 1 in. = 144ft. tons. Draught Marks: Forward: All craft abaft ramp hinge at frame 9. Aft: ' Nos. 2001-2400 near break of poop at frame 47. Nos. 2401-2500 on transome amidships. Galley: Oil-burning range. Batteries: Three sets,6-volt units,120amp./hour per set. DIG: None. Battery Charging: 12,24 or32 volts,30amps,panelfed from 220 volts D.C.circuit. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw shafts: 120 ft. 10 in. 23

L.C.T.(6)

LANDING CRAFT, TANK, MARK VI (Nos. 3000-3500)

This craft is generally similar to the Mark V, the major difference being that the superstructure has been arranged to allow a clear passage amidships through to the stern. A removable bolted plate is fitted to the stern. Details where different from Mark V are as under:—

Dimensions Length, extreme: 115 ft. 7 in. 119 ft. 0 in. over anchor stowage frame. Beam,extreme: 31 ft. 9 in.

Displacement (a) Light. (No fuel, water, crew, stores, etc.), 135 tons. (b) Loaded. At trials in fresh water with­ 150 tons tanks. 2,300 gallons fuel. 30 gallons lubricating oil. 25 gallons petrol. Fresh water 1,300 gallons. No ammunition or stores. 75 men =6 tons approximate,315 tons.

Draughts At displacement: 170 tons, 1 ft. 0in. forward,3ft. 6 in. aft. (b) 3 ft. 0 in. forward,4 ft. 10in aft.

Speed,Endurance and Fuel Consumption. (See Appendix A.)

Fuel Type: Admiralty diesel oil. Stowage, 2,740 gallons. Connection, 21--in. U.S. male. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D. or Pool Gas oil (U.S.N. 9250). Stowage: Petrol: 60 gallons in 12 by 5 gallon drums P. and S. aft in quick-release stowages.

Machinery Main engines: 3in No., Gray 225 h.p. diesel (3: 1 reduction gear). Generators: 2in No.,10kW. Pumps: 1 in No.,75 G.P.M. fire and bilge pump. 1 in No.,300 G.P.M. portable petrol driven. 2in No.,40 G.P.M. handy billies for F.W. Rudders: 3in No.

Armour Pilot House: 20 lbs. S.T.S. front. 15 lbs. S.T.S. sides. 10 lbs. S.T.S. back and top. Oerlikon zarebas: 10 lbs. S.T.S. Ramp Power Winch Compartment: 15 lbs. S.T.S. front. 10 lbs. S.T.S. sides and top. Stern winch engine casing 15 lbs. S.T.S. "Pill box" on top of pilot house 15 lbs. S.T.S.

Armament 2in No., Oerlikons (small arms as Mark V).

Ammunition Oerlikons, 1,200 rounds/gun.

Fresh Water 1,300 gallons. Two ballast tanks are fitted for cargo F.W. 24

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment T.C.S.5.

Notes Accommodation: For 21 men,including 3 officers. Refrigerator is fitted. Galley: Oil fired. Winches: Petrol and hand winch for bow ramp. Anchor winch as Mark V. Ramp: Bow ramp is shaped to eliminate the drop at the end when lying on the beach experienced in the Mark V design. Hinge connections are interchangeable with Mark V 2001-2400 series. Towing: Towing pads forward are recessed into the hull. Bulwarks: Bulwarks at sides are detachable for 16 ft. of their length to allow tanks to embark athwartships. 25

L.C.T.(R)(2)and (3)

LANDING CRAFT, TANK (ROCKET) (Retain Original L.C.T. Nos.)

These craft are Mark II or III L.C.T. fitted with a super deck to which are bolted a number of rocket projectors. A blast screen is fitted just before the bridge. Craft details are as for L.C.T.(2) or (3) except as under. Displacement: Mark II. Mark III. (a) Light (no fuel, water, crew, 421 tons 410 tons stores, etc.). (b) Loaded .. .. • • 515 tons 500 tons Draughts: At light displacement (a) 3ft.6 in. for'd,6 ft. 1 in. aft. 2ft.0 in. for'd.,5 ft. 5 in. aft. At loaded (b) .. 4ft. 1 in.for'd.,7ft.4in. aft. 3ft.3in.for'd.,6ft.5in. aft.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Brown,Type"B"gyro compass, Mark III Pattern W.1061 6-in, signalling lantern. 1 in No. W/T set, Type 686. Type 970 Radar. 1 in No., receiver outfit Q.H.2. .in addition to L.C.T. allowances. 1 in No., Type 22 W/T. 1 in No., Army No.46 W/T set (if authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.). 1 in No., W/T set, Type C.N.Y.1 or T.V.5 with hailing equipment.

Complement Officers: 2. Men: 15. 1 Radio mechanic to everytwo craft.

Life-Saving Apparatus Asfor L.C.T.with addition of:­ 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy (in lieu of L.C.T. allowance of one per two craft). 1 in No.,flotanet,9-men capacity.

Armament 792in Mark(2)} Rocketsstandsfor rockets U.P.5-in., No.3,Mark I,in banks six wide. 1,044in Mark(3) 2in No., Oerlikons. Fire Control: Radar. Pattern 10080, one metre rangefinder. Effect: If salvoes are fired with the craft stopped the 95 per cent.zone on the ground is 750 yards for line and 160 yards for range. Density: Over 75 per cent. of 95 per cent. zone, one rocket will fall in each 100 square yards (4 by 25).

Ammunition Oneloading. Rockets are fitted with three types of head:— (1) A 29-1b., H.E., head with a 7-lb. burster. (2) A C.S.A. smoke head. • (3) An incendiary head (for ranging at night).

Firing Rockets are fired electrically by means of a firing panel the total number being fired in 24 salvoes.

Notes Firefighting: Asfor L.C.T. plus-2in No.,Pyrene extinguishers. Removal of Rocket Stands: The rocket stands can be removed in 96 hours with unskilled or 48 hours with skilled labour. 70-ton pump: 70-ton fire and bilge pump fitted in place of 20-ton. 26

L.C.A.

LANDING CRAFT, ASSAULT (Nos.1-2000) Dimensions Length,extreme: 41 ft. 11- in. Beam,extreme: 10 ft. 01-- in. Height, extreme: 6 ft. 10 in. (including steering shelter superstructure).

Displacement (a) Light(no fuel,water,crew,stores,etc.),85tons. (b) Loaded (including four crew, petrol, stores, 35 fully equipped men), 13.5 tons.

Registered Tonnages 11.03 gross. 6.85 net. revised net.

Draughts Atlight displacement(a):1 ft.2in.forward,1 ft. 10in. aft. At loaded displacement (b): 1 ft. 10 in. forward,2ft. 3 in. aft. • Fuel Type: Pool Petrol. Stowage: 65 gallons (98 in some craft, see Notes). Lubricating oil S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Sump capacity, 5 quarts. Gear box, 5 pints.

Machinery Main engines: 2 in No., V.8 conversion 65 h.p. each, Thornycroft, Scripps, Osco, or Parsons. 65 h.p. each engine (130 h.p. total). Generators: 2in No., 12 volts. 130 watts each. Propellers: 2 in No., 19 in. diameter, 14 in. pitch. (Left hand.) Shaft: 5 ft. 6 in. by ift in. diameter. (Manganese bronze.) Rudders: 2 in No., with guards.

Construction Wood. Hard chine. Double skin with oiled sheet between. Deck: Inner skin ft in. diagonal. Outer skin ft in. Sides: Inner skin + in. diagonal. Outer skin ft in. fore and aft. Bottom: Inner skin in. diagonal. Outer skin 2- in. Some craft are of plywood. Sides -I- in., bottom 2. in. Double diagonal in tunnel, ft in. inner, ft in. outer.

Armour 10 lb. D.I.H.T. door and bulkheads at bow. 10 lb. N.M.B.P. to coxswains position. 10 lb. D.I.H.T. E.R. after bulkhead. 7-8lb.D.I.H.T. half deck over hold. 10 lb. D.I.H.T. sides of craft. 10 lb. D.I.H.T. deck over E.R.

Armament 2in. by 2 in. Army mortars. (Mountings only are supplied, mortars are taken aboard by troops embarking.) 2in No., •303 stripped Lewis guns, 1,500 rounds/gun. 2in No., •455 Webley revolvers,60 rounds/gun. (Reduce to 1 if no officer borne.)

Fresh Water Nil.

Turning Circle 70 yards diameter. 27

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Flotilla of12 Craft. 1 in No., Pattern 1151A magnetic compass. 2in No.,P.and S. combined navigation lantern (oil). 1 in No., Pattern 16001 signalling torch. 2 in No.,steaming lantern. 2 in No., overtaking lantern. 1 in No.,Pattern W.2151 signalling torch (tricoloured). 4 in No., Pattern 1038 portable signalling lantern. 1 in No.,electric overtaking lantern. 4 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis signalling lantern. 1 in No., receiver, Pattern W.5766 or W.4238. 4 in No. set W/T,Type 66. 4 in No. loop R.H.I. 1 in No., Bigsworth board and chart desk. 4 in No. W/T set, Army No. (46 if authorised by SNOL or SOAG.) ••• 4 in No. W/T receiver, Type B.P.413. 2 in No. outfit, Type 306. Slings Spread for (a) Davits 27 ft. 3in. (b) Derricks 22 ft. 8 in. Slope of keel (designed) 1 in 40.

Capaeity 35 men,fully equipped.

Complement Officers: 1 per three craft. Men: 4.

Anchors and Cables Per Flotilla of12 Craft. 1 in No., Duerr anchor, 45 lb. (or C.Q.R., Type 12 in No., Duerr anchor 45 lb. or C.Q.R., 45 or C.Q.R., Type 35), 40 fathoms 3-in. rope. Type 45 or C.Q.R., Type 35. Life-Saving Apparatus Per Flotilla. 1 in No.,Lifebuoy. 24in No.,inflatable lifebelts.

Notes Lifelines: 30 fathoms of 2-in, rope, and reel with handbrake to take 20 fathoms -in. rope fitted. Craft Nos.: 255, 256, 267,268,308-310,330-41,351-55 fitted with 2by 49 gallon petrol tanks. Onazote buoyancy material stowed at sides of hold (and under outboard seats in earlier craft). Troops Space Dimensions: Length-18 ft. Width-8ft. 10in. Underside of half deck above floor: 3ft. 10in.inboard. 3ft.8in. outboard. Clear width oframp approach: 4ft.6in. Fire Fighting: Per Flotilla. 2 in No., Pyrene extinguishers. Four sets of refills and two sets of sprayheads, 2 in No., Foam. for fixed methylbromide equipment. Batteries: 2sets. 12 volts. 114 amps./hour. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw shafts = 46 ft. 28

L.C.A. (H.R.) (Retain Original L.C.A. Nos.)

L.C.A. FITTED WITH "HEDGEROW" EQUIPMENT

"HEpGEROW"EQUIPMENT Operational Function To clear a safe passage through enemy beach or land mine-fields.

Description The equipment is an adaption of the Standard "Hedgehog" A/S equipment utilising the A/S bomb (63-i lbs.) to detonate mines by blast effect. The bomb is fitted with a 20-in, nose tube with fuse and adaptor for No. 152fuse causing the bomb to detonate 18 ft. above ground. The effective mine actuation range of each round is seven yards in front and sides, and five yards in the rear. The full salvo is fired by an electric ripple switch.

Range and Effect The angle of the spigots is•varied to give ranges from 220 yards for the foremost, to 100 yards for the aftermost round. Fpr the Mark II and II* round this has been increased to 415 to 335 yards. The passage cleared is about 360 ft. long by 24 ft. wide, the nearest edge of the lane cleared being 95 yards from the firing point.

Conversion ofL.C.A. Four in No., steel joists are secured to the bottom of the craft which has been strengthened to receive them. Each beam has six spigots bolted to it. The weight of each beam complete with spigots and firing gear is 3 cwt. for Mark I round and 12 cwt. for Mark II round. Total weight of equipment is 29 cwt. and 38 cwt. respectively. One reload weighs about 13 cwt. 29

L.C.C.

LANDING CRAFT, CONTROL (U.S. Built and Manned Craft)

Preliminary details received as follows:— Dimensions Length: 56 ft. Beam: 13 ft. 6 in.

Draught Mean 4 ft. 6 in.

Displacement Light, 26 tons.

Speed and Endurance 13.5 knots,500 miles.

Armament 3in No., twin •5 M.G. 4, Mark 3smoke pots on stern rack.

Machinery 2in No., Gray, diesels. 1 in No.,5-kW,25 volts, diesel generator.

Armour S.T.S. bridge and M.G. mountings.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment 2 signal searchlights. Electric megaphone. E/S. Echo ranging,500 yards range. Gyro compass (Sperry). 3 T.C.S., W/T and R/T,L.M. 11 wavemeter. 12 D.X. housing receiver. 1 Q.B.G. underwater sound receiver for use with submerged sonic-buoys, can also range by echo up to 500 yards. 1 N.J.8 fathometer, depths to 300 fathoms. Dead reckoning tracer. 1 B.K.for Radar identification. (I.F.F.) 1 Z.B.R.U. receiver for use with Y.L. radio beam (A—N)transmitter. 1 Type S.O. Radar with stabilised true bearing and with V.P.R. (Virtual Position Reflector) attached.

Complement 2 officers. 12 men. No living accommodation.)

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LANDING CRAFT, EMERGENCY REPAIR (Nos.1 et seq.) •

This craft is an L.C.V. converted and equipped to enable salvage and repairs to be carried out to disabled minor landing craft.

Dimensions Of hull, engines, speed, endurance, etc., as for L.C.V.

Differences on Conversion Are as follows (a) Coxswain's shelter has been built in centre of hold. (b) The original engine compartment has 10 lbs. D.I.H.T. plating on all four sides added, and the petrol tanks are covered with linatex. (c) Davit slings fitted as for L.C.A. 27 ft. 3 in. apart. (d) Small platforms have been fitted abreast the steering shelter as stands for portable pump. (e) Compass and chart table fitted.

DisplacementLoaded 10-1- tons (estimated).

Complement Crew: 1 officer,3men. Repair Staff: 2 motor mechanics. 2 shipwrights. 1 wireman (L.C.). 1 stoker (M). Equipment 1 Coston line throwing gun and 50 rounds ammunition. 2 90 gallon/minute Salvage pump with 1 in No., 10 ft. No.2 hose and 2 in No.,30 ft. No. hose. Additional 80 lb. anchor with 40 fathoms 2-1. in. S.W. rope for dealing with stranded craft. • Fire Fighting Equipment: 1 in No., Pyrene extinguisher. 2 in No., Foam extinguisher. 1 in No., knapsack tank with Foam making pyrene branchpipe (hose and foam compound). Special set of maintenance tools for craft engines. Engine spare gear. Explosive box. Repair materials for hull repairs, as under:— Timber 50 ft. of 2 in. by 2in. and 6 in. by in. and 4 in. by .1 in. Water resisting plywood 10 sheets. Wedges,two dozen, plugs assorted 31 dozen. R.N., No. 1 canvas-1 bolt. Fearnaught, Pattern T.54-40 yards. Copper sheeting 4 ft. by 1 ft. 8 in. by 16 ozs.-12 sheets. Nails, copper tacks, screws. Tallow-10 lbs.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., Pattern 1151A magnetic compass. 1 in No., Pattern 1038 signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis signalling lantern. 31

L.C.M. (1) s

LANDING CRAFT, MECHANISED, MARK (I) (Nos.1 to 500 and 4001 et seq.) Dimensions Length, extreme: 44ft.8in. Beam,extreine : 14 ft.0in. Height,extreme: 12 ft. 0in.

Displacement (a) Light (excluding fuel,crew and load),20 tons. (b) Loaded (including fuel,six crew and 15-ton tank),37 tons.

Registered Tonnage Gross: 15•06tons,net9•06 tons.

Draughts At displacement(a): 1 ft.4in.forward,2ft.9in. aft. At displacement(b): 2ft.6in.forward,3ft.6in. aft. For craft fitted with wood deck and side shields, light and loaded weights will be increased by 11 tons. All mean draughts will be increased about 1 in.

Fuel Type: Pool petrol. Stowage: 100 gallons. Lubricating oil: I.C.E. S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250).

Machinery Main engines: 2in No.,Chrysler Crown or Thornycroft,R.A.4,60 h.p.each. Generators: 2 in No., 12 volts, 15 amps.,96 or 250 watts. Pumps: 1 in No., Wee Mac for pumping and flooding ballast tanks- and suction to F.W. tank and engine room. Propellers: 2 in No., Chrysler 29 in. diameter, 20 in. pitch. (Right hand.) 2in No.,Thornycroft 29in. diameter,21 in. pitch. Shafts: Chrysler 8 ft. 6in. by 4- in. diameter Thornycroft8 ft. 2in. by 1i- in. diameter. (Steel.) Rudders: 2in No.,with guards.

Construction Steel: Wood on deck and ramp on numbers up to 150. Later craft have no wood deck. Armour 8lbs.,bulwarks,deck: Nos. 20-50,8 lbs., shelter and side plating in way of petrol tanks. 51 onwards, 10 lbs., D.I.H.T. deck, bulwarks, shelters and side plating in way of petrol tanks.

Armament and Ammunition Small Arms: 2 in No., •303 stripped Lewis guns, 1,500 r.p.g. Allowance: 2 in No., •455 Webley revolvers. 60 r.p.g. (reduce to one revolver if no officer borne). Fresh Water 9.5 tons.

Turning Circle 11.- lengths diameter.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Craft. Per Flotilla. Pattern 16001 signalling torch. 4 in No., P. and S. navigation lantern (oil). Pattern W.2151signalling torch,triColoured. 2 in No., steaming lantern (oil). Pattern 183B magnetic compass. 4 in No., anchor lantern (oil). Pattern W.5766 or 4238 receiver. 4 in No., overtaking lantern (oil). Combined chart, desk and locker (C.A.F.O. 4 in No., Pattern 1038 signalling lantern. 'Diagram No. 224/43(1)). 4 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis lantern. 4 in No., W/T sets, Type 66. 4 in No.,loop R.H.I.

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Capacity (a) Tanks and armoured cars up to, but not exceeding, 16 tons. (b) (i) M.T. of fully laden weight up to 10 tons. (c) No loads for which the centre of gravity above the deck exceeds the following scale may be carried:— Load in tons • • • • • • . . 7 10 13 16 Height of centre of gravity above deck..11 7 5 3.5 L.C.M.(1) were designed for operation in fairly sheltered waters. Loads should be reduced at the discretion of the officer or rating in charge of the craft as the weather deteriorates,particular care being taken to avoid accumulation of water on the deck. (A.F.O. 1477/43.)

Complement Officers: 1 per three craft. Men : 6 per craft.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., anchor C.Q.R., Type 80. 60 fathoms, 1-1 in. F.S.W.R. 30 fathoms, 2-i in. painter. Hyland Hydraulic winch fitted for working anchor and ramp. This is replaced in later craft by a hand winch.)

Slings (a) Certain craft are specially strengthened for derrick or gantry hoisting, spread 24 ft. 9 in. (b) Certain craft are fitted davit slinging eyes 26 ft. 11- in. spread to enable them to be hoisted in L.S.I.(M). • Life-Saving Apparatus 1 in No.,lifebuoys. 24 in No., inflatable lifebelts.

Notes Slope of Keel (designed) 1 in 30.

Fire Fighting Flotilla. 2 in No., Pyrene extinguishers. Four sets of refills and two sets of sprayheads fol 2in No., Foam extinguishers. fixed methyl bromide equipment. Methyl bromide fixed system. Accommodation: No provision is made for crew to live aboard. Ballast. Tanks: Ballast tank 7 tons capacity forward. Compensation F.W.carried: If fresh water is carried the tank or vehicle load must be reduced by an amount equal to the weight of fresh water. Draught Marks: Distance between draught marks 29 ft. DIG: "Wiped" as required for operations. Batteries: 2 sets. 12 volts. 75 amp./hour. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw shafts, 48 ft. 6 in. 33

L.C.M.(3)

LANDING CRAFT, MECHANISED, MARK Ill (Nos.501 et seq.) Dimensions Length, extreme: 50ft.0in. Beam,extreme: 14 ft. 0 in. Height, extreme: 13 ft. 4in.

Displacement Light: (a)(including stores,full fuel600 gallons and crew),22tons. Loaded: (b) (including 30-ton tank and above) 52 tons.

Draughts At displacement(a): 1 ft.2in.forward,2ft.2in. aft. Loaded at displacement (b): 3ft. 3iin.forward,4ft.0in. aft.

Fuel Stowage. - Type: Admiralty Diesel oil or Pool gas oil. 200 gallons in earlier craft or 600 gallons in Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). later types. Later craft with Buda and Sump capacity, 20 quarts. Gear box,6 quarts. superior engines, 750 gallons.

Machinery Main engines: 2 in No., Gray,225 h.p., Diesel. Generators: 2 in No., 32 volts, 250 watt. Propellers: 24 in. diameter by 18 in. pitch, or 24 in. diameter by 10 in. pitch, or 22 in. diameter by 18 in. pitch. Shaft: 5 ft. 6 in. by 2 in. diameter in craft over 1,000, 5 ft. 6. in. by 1i- in. in craft under 1,000. Pumps: 2,3 or 5 in No., fire and bilge with suction to D.B. wing tanks, E.R. and hold. Rudders: 2 in No.

Construction Steel, all welded.

Armour 10 lbs., N.M., B.P. plating or M.S. to coxswain's shelter fitted to certain craft.

Armament Small Arms Allowance:.1 in No.,. •303 stripped Lewis guns, 1,500 r.p.g. 2in No., •455 revolvers,60 r.p.g. (Reduce to one if no officer borne.) Fresh Water 10tonsin wing tanks.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Craft. Per Flotilla. 1 in No., Pattern 16001 signalling torch. 4 in No., P. and S. navigation lantern oil). 1 in No., Pattern W.2151, signalling torch, 2 in No., steaming lantern (oil). tricoloured. 1 in No., U.S., Type, John Hand compass, or 4 in No., anchor lantern (oil). 1 in No., U.S. Type, Pioneer compass, or 4 in No., overtaking lantern (oil). 1 in No., Pattern 183 compass. 4 in No., Pattern 1038, signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern W.5766.or W.4238 receiver.. 4 in No., Pattern 5110E, Aldis signalling Combined chart desk and locker(C.A.F.O.Diagram lantern, No. 220/43(2)).

Capacity 30-ton tank or60 men.

Complement Officers 1 per three craft. Men,6.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., C.Q.R. Type 80 anchor (or American type). 60 fathoms 1-1- in. F.S.W.R., or 75 fathoms 4 in. sisal rope. Hand winch for working anchor.

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Life-Saving Apparatus Per Flotilla. 1 in No., lifebuoys. 24 in No., inflatable lifebelts.

Fire Fighting 2in No., Pyrene extinguishers. 2in No., Foam extinguishers.

Notes If fresh water is carried, tank or other load must be reduced by an amount equal to the F.W. storage. Ramp: Ramp is operated by 32-volt. Delco Remy motor situated in E.R. or by auxiliary hand- operated gear, in craft under 1000. Hand-operated gear in craft over 1000. Preventer wires are fitted. Ballast Tanks: Three ballast tanks each side, and three double bottom tanks. Manholes are fitted to wing tanks, but no access to D.B.s 6 in. deck suctions (1 per compt.) are fitted. Full pumping and flooding system to fire and bilge pump is fitted to all compartments. Towing Eyes: Towing eyes are fitted. Batteries: 2sets of five. 6 volts. 175 amp./hour. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw shafts 56 ft. 35

L.C.P. (L), L.C.N. and L.C.P. (SY) (U.K.Type 1-500.) (U.S. Type 500, et seq.) LANDING CRAFT, PERSONNEL (LARGE) LANDING CRAFT,NAVIGATIONAL AND LANDING CRAFT,PERSONNEL(SURVEY) See Notes)

Dimensions Length,extreme: 36 ft. 8in.(over fenders). Beam, extreme: 10ft. 10in. (over fenders). Height, extreme: 8ft. 3 in. Displacement U.K. Type: (a) Light(including fuel,stores and two crew),61 tons. (b) Loaded(25 f.e. men),9tons. Draughts At displacement (a) forward,2 ft. 6 in. aft. At displacement (b) 2 ft. 6 in. forward,3 ft. 6 in. aft. Registered Tonnage 9.8 gross, 8.8 net. Fuel Type: Hall Scott Invader Hudson Invader. Pool petrol. Stowage: at 95 per cent. full, 200 gallons in U.K. Chrysler Royal. type. 100-240 gallons in U.S.type(various sizes of tanks fitted). Gray. Admiralty diesel or pool gas oil. Stowage at 95 per cent., 220 gallons. Lubricating Oil: Hall Scott Invader. Hudson Invader. Chrysler R. S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Gray, Diesel. Sump Capacity: Hall Scott, Invader,20 quarts. Hudson Invader,24 quarts. Chrysler Royal, 12 quarts. Gray, Diesel, 20 quarts. Gear Box: Gray,6 quarts. Machinery Main engines: 1 in No., Hall Scott Invader, or Hudson Invader, or Chrysler Royal, OY Gray, Diesel. Generators: 1 in No., 12 volts, 175 watts. Propellers—U.K. Type: Hall Scott, 21 in. diameter, 17 in. pitch. Shaft,7 ft. 11 in. by 1-1 in. diameter. (See Note.*) Chrysler, 22 in. diameter, 20 in pitch. Shaft 8 ft. 1-1 in. by 11- in. diameter. Hudson,22 in diameter, 17 in. pitch. Shaft 7 ft. 11 in. by 11- in. diameter. Re-engined craft, Standard sizes, 20 in. diameter, 15 in. pitch. Shaft 7 ft. 11 in. by 11 in. diameter. U.S. Type,' Hall Scott, 22 in. diameter, 15 in. pitch. Shaft 9 ft. 0 in. by 1* in. diameter. Gray 64HN,-22 in. diameter, 15 in. pitch. Shaft 9 ft. 3 in. by P,f. in. diameter. Gray 64HN422 in. diameter 15 in. pitch. Shaft 9 ft. 1-1- in. by 1 in. diameter. Gray 69S, 22in. diameter 15 in. pitch. Shaft 9 ft. 4in. by 4in. diameter. Re-engined craft, Standard sizes, 20 in. diameter 15 in. pitch. Shaft 9 ft. -43- in.. by 4in. diameter. Armoured craft, 20 in. diameter, 14 in. pitch. Shaft, 7 ft. 11 in. by 4in. diameter. Rudders: 2 in No. Construction Wood. Armour U.K. Type: Nil. (See Notes). U.S. Type: 3 by 10 lb. bulkheads. (i) At frame 4. (ii) At frame 15. (iii) At frame 24 (level with top of fuel tanks).

*Propellers of Hudson and Hall Invader craft are to be changed to 20 in. diameter and 15 in: pitch as opportunity occurs.

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Armament Small Arms Allowance: 1 in No., •303 stripped Lewis gun, 1,500 R.P.G. 2in No., •455 revolvers. 60 R.P.G. (Reduce to one if no officer borne.) Slings Span for (a) Davits U.K. 27 ft. 3in. (only certain craft so fitted), U.S. 20 ft. 7 in. (b) Derricks, U.K.24 ft. 9 in. U.S. 20 ft. 5 in. U.S. and U.K. type craft can be lowered loaded if fitted special centre line davit slinging eyes. Craft not so fitted cannot be lowered loaded.

Fresh Water Nil.

Turning Circle 50 yards diameter.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Craft: 1 in No., Pattern 1151A magnetic compass. 1 in No., Type 06S hand bearing compass (Nos. 1-500 only). 1 in No., Pattern 16001 signalling torch. 1 in No., Pattern W.2151 signalling torch, tricoloured. L.C.P.(L) Channel Forces, special survey and instructional craft; 1 Q.H.outfit per Flotilla 12 ships. Chart desk and locker (C.A.F.O. Diagram 220/43(B)for U.K.(41 for U.S.). Per Flotilla: 3 in No., non-electric logs Excelsior, Pattern 3341 per six craft in Nos. 1-500 and one, per four craft Nos. 500, et seq. 4 in No., Pattern 1038 portable signalling lantern. 4 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis signalling lantern. 4 in No., W/T sets, Type 66. 4 in No.,loops R.H.I. 4 in No., W/T sets, Army No. 46, and 4 in No., receiver B.P.413 (if authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.). 1 in No., outfit, Type 306. Capacity 25 fully equipped troops.

Complement Officers: 1 per three craft. Men: 3.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., Duerr 45 lb. anchor (or C.Q.R., Type 45.or 35) Per Flotilla. (Or American Type)40 fathoms 3in. manila rope. 12 in No., Duerr 45 lb., anchor or C.Q.R. Type 45 or 35. Life-Saving Apparatus Per Flotilla. 1 in No.,lifebuoys. 24in No.,inflatable lifebelts.

Fire Fighting 1 in No.,Pyrene extinguisher. 2in No.,Foam extinguisher. Notes Armoured Craft:Craft Nos. 165, 167, 172, 176, 177, 178, 179, 189, 190, 196, 197, 198, 199, 202, 209, 211, are fitted with protective plating:­ 10 lb. N.M. to cockpit, bulkhead at frame 5 in front of cockpit and deck around cockpit. 10 lb. side plating from frame 5 to stern. 10lb. Transom and deck over fuel tanks. .—(Total weight 18tons approximately.) Re-engining: Craft fitted with Superior, Buda and Kermath engines are being re-erigined with Hudson Invader engines. 1 in No., 5-gallon lubricating oil tank will be fitted. Batteries: 2sets. 6 volts. 175 amp./hour(U.S.Type 110 amp./hour). L.C.N. Certain L.C.P. (L) are being converted to act as navigational leaders. Equipment fitted consists of bottom log trainable oscillator for detection of F.H.830, Q.H., Loran or Decca receiver, W.S. Radar -- with P.P.I. (e.g., Radar type S.0.), echo sounding, taut wire gear (9-mile reel): L.C.P.(SY): Certain L.C.P.(L) are converted for hydrographical survey duties. Equipment (Original L.C.P. fitted: Pitometer log, echo sounding, taut.wire measuring gear T.C.5, Q.H4 Nos.154,201,

177, 190,281, •••• 290,291,292. 37

L.C.P. (M)

LANDING CRAFT, PERSONNEL (MEDIUM) (Nos.1 et seq.) Dimensions Length,extreme: 37 ft. 10in. over rudders in down positions. Length,extreme: 38ft. 11 in. over rudders in up position. Beam, extreme: 10ft. Height, extreme: 8 ft. 4 in. at stern.

Displacement (a) Light(excluding petrol crew,stores and troops), Lq-- tons. (b) Loaded(including petrol,crew,stores and 20fully equipped men),71 tons.

Registered Tonnage Gross 10•56. Net8•55.

Draughts At displacement(a)1 ft.6in.forward,1 ft.7in. aft. At displacement (b)2ft. 4in.forward,1 ft.7in. aft.

Fuel Type: Pool petrol. Stowage: 100gallons in 2in No.,Linatex tanks. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30.H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Sump Capacity: 5 quarts. Gear box: 5 pints.

Machinery Main engine: One Scripps Ford V.8,65 h.p. Generators: 2in No., 12 volts, 180 watts. Profileerse: 1 in No., 19 in. diameter by 14 in. pitch. (Left hand.) Shaft: 6 ft. 4 in. by 11- in. diameter. Rudders: 2in No.,(with wheel steering and emergency tiller). Semi-rotary bilge pump is fitted.

Construction Wood.

Armour

Engine box - 5-- s- in. plate in new construction.

Armament Small Arms Allowance: 1 in No., •303 stripped Lewis gun 1,500 R.P.G. 2in No., P455 Webley revolvers. 60 R.P.G.

Fresh Water Nil.

Turning Circle Two lengths diameter.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Flotilla. 1 in No., Pattern 919 magnetic.compass. 4in No.,Pattern 1038 portable signalling torch 1 in No.,Pattern 16001 signalling torch. 4 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis signalling lan­ tern. 1 in No., Pattern W. 2151 signalling torch tri- 1 in No., Excelsior, Mark IV non-electric coloured. log per four craft. Chart desk and locker(A.F.O.Diagram 220/43(7)) 4in No.,W/T set,Type66. 4in No.,W/T set, Army No.46. 1 in No.,Pattern 5766 or W.4238 receiver. 4 in No.., W/T receiver B.P.413 (if authorised by S.N.O.L.or S.O.A.G.) 1 in No.outfit 306. Capacity 20fully equipped men. 38

Complement Officers: 1 per three craft. Men: 3.

Anchors and Cables Per Flotilla. ­ 1 in No., Duerr,45 lbs. anchor (or C.Q.R., 12 in No., Duerr, 45 lb. anchor or. C.Q.R., Type 45 or 35). Type 45 or 35. 40 fathoms 3 in. manila rope.

Life-Saving Apparatus • Per Flotilla. , 1 in No.,lifebuoy. 24 in No., inflatable lifebelts.

Notes Firefighting: 1 in No., Pyrene extinguisher. 2in No.,Foam extinguisher. Disembarkation:4 in No., portable ladders for disembarkation,2 over bow,2 over transom. Rudders: Rudders can be raised by hand to prevent damage on beaching. Batteries: 1 set. 12 volts. 114 amp./hour. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw shafts 41 ft. 39

L.C.P.(N)

LANDING CRAFT, PERSONNEL (NESTED) (Previously known as L.C.P:(P)Landing Craft Personnel (Plastic))

A small U.S. built and manned personnel carrier, the advantages of which are light weight and nesting capacity. Preliminary details received are as follows:—

Dimensions Length,overall: 32 ft. Beam, overall: 7 ft. 10in.

Displacement Light, 1,400lbs.

Draughts Atlight displacement,mean 10in.

Speed (a) At full power loaded,16 knots(estimated).

Machinery 4cyl. outboard motor.

Carrying Capacity 13troops. 40

L.C.P.(R)

LANDING CRAFT, PERSONNEL (RAMPED) (Nos.501 et seq.) Dimensions Length, extreme: 35 ft. 10 in. Beam,extreme: 10 ft. 8 in. Height, extreme: 7 ft. 8 in.

Displacement (a) Light (petrol, stores and crew),N.tons. (b) Loaded(as above and 25 fully equipped men),9tons.

Draughts At displacement(a) — forward,2ft. 6 in. aft. At displacement (b) 2 ft. 6 in. forward,3ft:6 in. aft.

Fuel Type: Chrysler Royal 1Pool petrol. Stowage: 200-240 gallons (various sizes petrol tanks Hudson Invader f fitted). (See also Notes.) Gray Diesel: Admiralty Diesel or Pool gas oil. Stowage: 200-240 gallons. Lubricating Oil: Chrysler Royal Hudson Invader Gray Diesel: S.A.E. 30 H.D. Gear box: D.T.D. 472B. Five gallon lubricating oil tanks will be fitted to re-engined craft. Sump Capacity: Chrysler Roayl, 12 quarts. Hudson Invader, 20 quarts. Gray Diesel, 20 quarts. Gear box,6 quarts.

Machinery Main engines: 1 in No., Chrysler Royal, or Hudson Invader, or Gray Diesel. (See also Notes.) Generators: 1 in No., 12 volt. Propellers: Hudson Invader, 20 in. diameter, 15 in. pitch. Shaft 7 ft. 11 in. by 11 in. diameter. Propellers: Hudson Invader,20 in. diameter, 15 in. pitch. Shaft 9 ft.0 in. by 2in. diameter. See also Notes On L.C.P.(L) machinery. Chrysler Royal, 22 in. diameter 15 in. pitch. Shaft 9 ft. 0 in. by 2in. diameter. Gray Diesel, 28 in. diameter, 22 in. pitch, Shaft 9 ft, 0 in. by 2in, diameter. Rudders: 1 in No.

Construction Wood.

Armour 10 lbs. bulkhead forward of cockpits. 10 lbs. bulkhead fore end of engine. 10 lbs. bulkhead fore end of fuel tanks.

• Armament and Ammunition Small Arms Allowance: 1 in No., •303 stripped Lewis gun, 1500 R.P.G. 2in No., •455 Webley revolvers,60 R.P.G. (Reduce to one if no officer borne.) Fresh Water Nil.

Turning Circle 50 yards diameter approximate. 41

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Craft. Per Flotilla. 1 in No.,Pattern 1151A magnetic compass(plus 4in No.,Pattern 1038 portable signallanterns. U.S.John Hand type in some.craft). 4 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis lanterns. 1 in No., Pattern 16001 signalling torch. 4 in No., W/T sets, Type 66. 1 in No., Pattern W.2151 signalling torch, tri­ 4 in No.,loops, R.H.1. coloured. 4 in No.,W/T sets, Army No.46. 1 in No., receiver, Pattern W.5766 or W.4238. 4 in No., W/T receivers, B.P.413 Chart desk and locker (C.A.F.O. Diagram (if authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.). 220/43(4) ). in No., outfit, Type 306. 1

Capacity 25 fully equipped men.

Complement Officers: 1 per three craft. Men: 3.

Anchors and Cables Per Flotilla. 1 in No., Duerr, 45-lb. anchor (or C.Q.R., 12 in No., Duerr,45-lb. anchors C.Q.R., Type 45 or 35)(or U.S.type),40fathoms. Type 45 or 35). _3-in. manila rope.

Life-Saving Apparatus Per Flotilla. 1 in No.,lifebuoy. 24 in No., inflatable lifebelts.

Fire Fighting 1 in No., Pyrene extinguisher. 2in No.,foam extinguishers.

Slings • Spread for (a) Davits 120 ft. 5 in. (b) Derricks Craft cannot be lowered loaded.

Notes Armoured bulkheads: Foremost bulkhead lowers forward into ramp approach to allow troops to disembark. Midships bulkhead has two hinged doors either side of engine casing to permit passage of troops. Movement of foremast bulkhead interferes with compass which must always be swung with bulkhead raised. Seats: Seats are all removable. Ramp: Ramp is lowered with one tackle starboard side.- ­ Preventer chains are fitted and device for locking the ramp closed is fitted at either side outboard of the coaming. Re-engining: Craft fitted Superior, Buda or Kermath engines are being re-engined with Hudson Invaders. 1 in No.,5-gallon reserve lubricating oil tank will be fitted. Batteries: 4sets,6 volts, 175 amp./hour. Docking: Dockinglength required to withdraw shafts 40ft. 42

L.C.P.(S) .0 LANDING CRAFT, PERSONNEL (SMALL) (Nos.1 et seq.) Dimensions Length,extreme: 29ft.5in. Beam,extreme: 8ft.9in. Height, extreme: 5 ft. 4 in. to highest point of coaming,6 ft. 4 in. overcompass see photograph).

Displacement (a) Light(no fuel,stores,crew,etc.),21 tons. (b) Loaded (with fuel,stores,crew and 20 fully equipped men),6 tons.

Registered Tonnage Gross,6.07 tons. Net,5.37 tons.

Draughts At displacement (a) 1 ft. 11- in. mean. At displacement (b) 1 ft. 9 in. mean.

Fuel Type: Pool petrol. Stowage: 100 gallons. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Sump Capacity: 12 quarts.

Machinery Main Engines: 1 in No., Chrysler Crown,65 h.p. Generators: 1 in No., 12 volts, 96 watts. Propellers: 1 in No., 19 in. diameter, 21 in. pitch. Shaft: 5 ft. 6 in. by 1-1 in. Rudders: 1 in No.

Construction Wood.

Armour Nil.

Armament Small Arms Allowance:1 in No., Stripped Lewis gun, 1,500 R.P.G. 2in No., .455 Webley revolvers 60 R,P.G. (Reduce to one revolver if no officer borne.) Fresh Water Nil.

Signal,Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Flotilla. 1 in No., Pattern W.2151 signalling torch. 4 in No., W/T set, Type 66. 1 in No., Pattern 1151A magnetic compass. -4 in No., W/T set, Army No. 46, 1 in No., Pattern W.5766 or W.4238 receiver. 4 in No., W/T receiver B.P.413. (For Operations only.) (If authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.) 1 in No., Pattern 3932 overtaking lantern (electric). 1 in No., chart desk (small type).

Capacity 25 fully equipped men.

Complement Officers: 1 per six craft. Men:3.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., 45/60 Boats stocked anchor. or C.Q.R., Type 45 or 35. 2-10 fathoms 3in. manila rope. 20 fathoms 21- in. rope hauling line. 43

Slings Spread for davits: 25 ft. 11 in.

Life-Saving Apparatus 1 in No., lifebuoys.

Fire Fighting 1 in No., Pyrene extinguishers. 1 in No., Foam extinguishers.

Notes W.A.: Certain craft of this type have been specially modified to serve as water am­ bulances, carry six stretcher cases, and 10 walking wounded, the craft being hoisted at Hospital Ship Davits. Disembarkation .• Two portable disembarkation ladders are supplied for use over bows. Batteries: 1 set, 12 volts, 75 amp./hour. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw shafts = 32 ft. 6 in. 44

L.C.S.(L)(1) (Nos. 201-205.)

LANDING CRAFT, SUPPORT (LARGE), MARK I

Designed to provide A.A. and Surface Support in beach area during an assault—not intended to beach.

Dimensions Length,extreme: 46 ft. 11 in. Beam,extreme: 12 ft. 7 in. Height, extreme: 10 ft. 6 in.

Displacement Light(no crew,fuel,stores,ammunition,C.D.B.or C.S.A.),20tons. Loaded (including crew, 13 men, C.S.A., 0-2 tons, stores 0-4 tons, C.D.B. 0-1 tons, ammunition 1.9tons,fuel0-6tons),24-5 tons.

Registered Tonnage 21.81 gross, 12-15 net.

Draughts At displacement (a) 2 ft. 2 in. forward,3 ft. 11 in. aft. At displacement (b) 2 ft. 4 in. forward,4 ft. 3 in. aft.

Fuel Type: Admiralty Diesel or Pool gas oil. Stowage: 140 gallons + 2 by 3 gallon priming tanks. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Sump capacity: 20 quarts. Gear box: 6 quarts.

Machinery 2in No., Gray Diesels,64 H.N., 165 h.p. each. Generators: 2in No.,750 watts. 32 volts (lighting). Lighting from 24 volt tapping on batteries. Propellers: 2in No.,2 ft. 3in. diameter,20 in. pitch. Shaft: 11 ft. 1 in. by 2 in. diameter. Rudders: 2in No.

Construction Hard chine wood.

Armour 15 lb. protective plating to sides of craft. 10 lb. protective plating to deck. 15 lb. protective plating to bulkheads of craft. 20 lb. protective plating to sides of steering position. 12 lb. protective plating to top of steering position. 15 lb. protective plating to sides of turret fidley. 10 lb. protective plating to top of turret fidley.

Armament 1 in No., 2-pdr. gun and one Besa gun in Daimler turret. 1 in No., twin 0-5 machine gun, 4,800 R.P.G. 1 in No.,4 in. smoke mortar, Mark I N. 1 in No.,80 cms. or 1 Pattern 10051 range finder. Small Arms Allowance: 2in No., •303 stripped Lewis guns, 1,500 R.P.G. 2 in No., •455 revolvers 60 R.P.G. (Reduce to one if no officer borne.)

Slings Spread for derricks, 18 ft. 7 in. Slings can carry boat loaded to 235 tons displacement.

Fresh Water Nil. 45

Turning Circle • 4-5 lengths diameter.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., Pattern W.2151, signalling torch, tricoloured. 1 in No., Pattern 5153,6 in. hand signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 1038, portable signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 5110E, Aldis signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 3932, overtaking lantern (blue). 1 in No., Pattern 43, bearing plate in container. 1 in No., Brown gyro compass. 1 in No., W/T set, Type 66. 1 in No., W/T Army No. 46. (If authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.). 1 in No., W/T set, Army No. 22. 1 in No., W/T•set, Type 686. 1 in No., W/T set, Type C.N.Y.1 or T.V.5, with hailing equipment. 1 in No., outfit, Type 306. 1 in No., receiver, Pattern W.5766 or W.4238.

Capacity 1 Officer, 4 men,8 R.M.s.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., Duerr,85-lb. anchor. 5 by 121- fathoms, in. M.Q. chain cable.

Life Saving Apparatus 2 in No., lifebuoys.

Fire Fighting 2 in No., Pyrene extinguishers. 2in No., Foam extinguishers.

Notes Craft is not designed for crew to live aboard. A hand windlass is fitted forward. Batteries: 2 in No.,32 volt, 175 amp./hour.

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L.C.S. (M)(1), (2) and (3) (Mark I, Nos.1-24, Mark II, Nos.25-33, Mark Ill, Nos.34-200.)

LANDING CRAFT, SUPPORT (MEDIUM), MARK I, II, III

These craft have same basis hull design as L.C.A. Mark III. Dimensions Mark I. Mark II. ft. 2 in. Length, extreme: 41 ft. 2 in. 41 ft. 2 in. 41 ft. 0 in. Beam,extreme: 10 ft. 0 in. 10 ft. 0 in. 10 ft. 4 in. Height, extreme: 7 Mark III. Displacement Mark I. Mark II. tons. Light (excluding 9.0 tons. 10.5 tons. 11.4 fuel, crew and ammuni­ tion). 13-3 tons. Loaded (including 10•8 tons. 12.5 tons. 65 gallons petrol, 11 crew and ammunition.) III. Mark I. Mark II. Mark Draughts 7in. 1 ft.5in. Forward 1 ft.4in. Forward 1 ft. Light:Forward 2ft.0in. Aft. 1 ft.9in. Aft. 2ft. 2in. Aft. 1 ft. 10 in. Forward 1 ft. 8in. Forward 1 ft.6in. Forward Loaded: 2ft.3in. Aft. 1 ft. 10in. Aft. 2ft.5in. Aft.

Fuel Type: Pool petrol. Stowage: 65 gallons. 98 gallons, Mark III. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Sump capacity: 5 quarts. Gear box: 5 pints.

Machinery Main engines: 2in No., Fora V.8,65 h.p. Scripps conversion. Generators: 2 in No., 12 volts, 180 watts. Propellers: 2 in No., 19 in. diameter, 14 in. pitch. Shafts: 5ft.6in.by 11-- in. Rudders: 2in No.

Construction lieu of flat bow. Wood,hard chine, double- skin. Mark III pointed bow in

Armour 10 lbs. sides of craft. 10 lbs. half decks of craft in way of hold. 10 lbs. deck over engine room. 10 lbs. bulkheads. 20 lbs. conning tower. Mark II. Mark III. on side and deck forward of mortar lbs.sides of craft. 10lbs. D.I.H.T. 10 E.R. 10 lbs. deck of craft. to aft and 10 lbs. bulkheads, craft. 10 lbs. bulkheads. tower and ammunition hoist. 20 lbs. conning tower. 10 lbs. conning

Armament V power-operated turret in Mark II 2 in No.,0.5,Mark III machine guns. 2,400 R.P.G.(in Mark and III.) 1 in No.,4 in. smoke mortar, Mark I N. C.S.A., seven minute supply. 1 in No., Pattern 10051,80 Cm. or 1 metre rangefinder. To Mark III, Type 18 smoke generators, 12 in No. Lewis guns 1,500 R.P.G. Small Arms Allowance:2 in No., •303 stripped 2in No., •455 Webley revolvers,60 R.P.G. (Reduce to 1 if no officer borne.) two 0.5 machine guns moved forward, For certain operations the mortar may be removed, the and C.A.F.O. Diagram 82/42). and a Mark III Oerlikon fitted (see C.A.F.O. 1214/42 47

Slings Spread for (a) Davits 27ft.3in. (b) Derricks 22ft.8in., Mark II and Mark III. Craft can be hoisted fully loaded.

Fresh Water Nil.

Turning Circle 70 yards diameter.

Signal, Radio and Navigational 1 in No., Pattern W.2151 signalling torch, tricoloured. 1 in No., Pattern 5153 hand signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 1038 portable signalling lantern. 1 in No.,Pattern 5110E Aldis signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 3932 overtaking lantern (blue electric). 1 in No., Pattern 1151A magnetic compass(Nos. 1-24). Chart desk and locker (C.A.F.O., Diagram 220/43(7)). 1 in No., bearing plate, Pattern 43 in container (not to Nos. 1-24). 1 in No., W/T set, Type 66. 1 in No.,loop R.H.I. 1 in No., W/T set, Army No.46 } 13fi authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G. 1 in No., W/T set, receiver B.P. 1 in No., hailing equipment, Type 431 or 432. 1 in No., outfit, Type 306. 1 in No., receiver, Pattern W.5766 or W.4238.

Complement Mark I and II. Mark III. Officers: 1 1 Men: 3 4 R.M.s: 7 6 . No extra provision made.

Anchors and Cables Per Flotilla. 1 in No., Duerr,45 lb. anchor. 12 in No., Duerr,45 lb. anchors. 40 fathoms, 21- in. sisal rope.

Life Saving Apparatus Per Flotilla. 1 in No.,lifebuoys. 24 in No., inflatable lifebelts.

Fire Fighting Apparatus 2in No., Pyrene extinguishers. 2 in No.,Foam extinguishers.

Notes No steaming or navigation lights fitted (except electric stern light). Mark II.—Certain craft are having bow cut down to improve coxswain's view. Batteries: 2 in No., 12 volts, 114 amp./hour.

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L.C.S. (S) (1) and (2)

LANDING CRAFT, SUPPORT (SMALL), MARK I AND MARK II (Small Support Craft, U.S. Built and Manned.)

Preliminary details received are as follows:—

Length Overall 37 ft.

Beam Overall 10 ft. 10 in.

Displacement Light: 9 tons.

Draughts At loaded displacement: Mean,2 ft. 8 in.

Speed At full power loaded: 16 knots.

Endurance 140 miles.

Fuel Type: Pool petrol. Stowage: 2 in No.,85-gallon tanks. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Sump capacity, 20 quarts.

Machinery Main engines: 1 in No., Hall Scott Invader.

Construction and Armour in. S.T.S. citadel and sides to chine.

Armament and Ammunition 2 by •50 M.G.s. 3 by •30 M.G.s. May also mount multiple rocket projectors.

Complement: 6.

L.C.S. (5)(2) Dimensions Hull is approximately same as Mark I.

Machinery Main engines: 1 in No., Gray Diesel.

Construction and Armour of rocket As Mark I, except that armoured citadel has been redesigned to permit installation projectors below deck level.

Armament and Ammunition 2 multiple (12 barrel) beach barrage rocket projectors. 2 by •50 M.G.s twin mounted. 2 by •30 M.G.s. 3 Mark III smoke pots. 49.

L.C.V.

LANDING CRAFT, VEHICLE (Nos.501-1000) Dimensions Length,extreme: 36 ft. 5 in. Beam,extreme: 10 ft. 10in. Height, extreme: 10 ft. 8 in.

Displacement (a) Light (excluding crew, petrol and load),6.2 tons. (b) Loaded (including crew, full petrol and 4.5 tons load), 11.0 tons. Registered tonnage: 9.77 gross, 4.54 nett.

Draughts At displacement (a) 1 ft. 6 in. forward. 2 ft. 6 in. aft. At displacement (b) 2 ft. 2 in. forward. 2 ft. 10 in. aft.

Fuel • Type: Hall Scott Invader. Pool petrol. Gray. Admiralty Diesel or pool gas oil. Stowage: 110 gallons. Lubricating oil: Hall Scott Invader Gray engines S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Gear box Sump capacity: 20 quarts. Gear box,6 quarts. Machinery Main engines: lin No., Hall Scott Invader,250 h.p. or Gray Diesel, 225 h.p. Generators: 1 in No., 12 volts, 175 or 250 watts. Propellers: 1 in No., 22-in, diameter by 15 in. pitch in Hall Scott, 22 in. by 13 in. in Gray engined craft. Shaft: 7 ft. 2,13- in. by 1 in. in Hall Scott, 7 ft. 0 in. by 2 in. diameter in Gray engined craft. Rudders: 1 in No. Construction Wood,single skin. Steel ramp. Armou Nil. Armament Small Arms Allowance: 1 in No., •303 stripped Lewis gun, 1,500 R.P.G. 2in No., •455 Webley revolvers,60 R.P.G. (Reduce to one if no officer borne.) Fresh Water ­ Nil. Turning Circle 50 yards diameter,approximate.

Signal,Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., Pattern W.2151 signalling torch. 1 in No., Pattern 1151A.magnetic compass. 1 in No., Type 66(Army, No. 18) per Flotilla (4 craft).

Slings Spread 20 ft. 5 in. Capacity 4.5 tons or 36 men. Hold 18 ft. 5 in. by 6 ft. 3in.

Complement Officers: 1 per three craft. Men: 3.

Anchors and Cables 1 in No., Duerr 45 lb. anchor or C.Q.R., Type 45 or 3 40 fathoms 3-in, sisal rope. Hand winch for ramp handling, starboard side, forwa

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Life Saving Apparatus Per Flotilla. lifebelts. 1 in No., buoys. 24 in No., inflatable

Fire Fighting 1 in No.,Pyrene extinguisher. 2in No.,Foam extinguisher.

Notes Hoisting: Craft cannot be hoisted loaded. Towing eyes.: Towing eyes are fitted each side forward. unless they are ,stripped,of all Bren carriers: Craft are not suitable for Bren gun carriers, extraneousfittings; even then they are a very tight fit. Ramp doors must craft is liable to become unstable if the hold is flooded. Stability: The pumped out. See be closed before leaving beach and any water embarked A.F.O.5939/42. Batteries: 1 set of 4 units. 12 volts. 175 amp./hour. shafts = 42 ft. Docking: Docking length required to withdraw 51

L.C.V. (P)

LANDING CRAFT, VEHICLE (PERSONNEL)

(Nos.1001-2000) Dimensions Length,extreme: 36 ft. 2 in. 35 ft. 10 in. (in later craft with ramps slightly bent Beam, extreme: 10 ft. 10 in.

Displacement (a) Light (excluding crew, petrol and load), 8-0 tons. (b) Loaded (including full petrol, crew and 2-7 tons load), 13-5 tons.

Draughts At displacement (a) 2 ft. 2 in. forward. 3 ft. 0 in. aft. (Forward draught at forward per­ pendicular.) At displacement (b) 2 ft. 9 in. forward. 3 ft. 6 in..aft.

Fuel Type: Pool petrol. Stowage at 95 per cent. full: 180 gallons. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). - Stowage: 5 gallons. Gear Box: D.T.D. 472(B). Sump capacity: 20 quarts.

Machinery _ Main engines: 1 in No., Hudson Invader, 250 h.p. Generators: 1 in No., 12 volts, 175 watts. Propellers: 1 in No., 22 in. diameter by 15 in. pitch. Shaft: 7 ft. 11 in. by 2 in. Rudders: 1 in No.

Construction Wood,single skin. Steel ramp. Hinged door in ramp,49 in. by 26 in., to assist coxswain's view.

Armour in. plating to sides.

Armament 2in No., gun position aft. (Gun supplied by troops or crew.) Small Arms Allowance: 1 in No., stripped •303 Lewis gun, 1,500 R.P.G. 2 in No., •455 Webley revolvers, 60 R.P.G. (Reduce to one if no officer borne.) Fresh Water 5gallons.

Turning Circle 50 yards diameter approx.

Signal,Radio and Navigational Equipment Per Flotilla. 2in No., U.S. Navy compass, Model 0. 4 in No., W/T set, Type 66. 1 in No., Pattern W.2151 signalling torch. 1 in No., outfit, Type 306. 1 in No., Pattern 16001 signalling torch. - 1 in No., Pattern 1151A magnetic compass. 1 in No., Pattern W.5766 or W.4238 receiver. Chart desk and locker (C.A.F.O. Diagram 220/43(5)).

Slings Spread for 20 ft. 5 in.

Capacity 2-7 tons (U.S. builders give 3-6 tons as pay-load. The figure of 2-7 tons gives same total loaded weight as L.C.V. See Notes at (g)).

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Complement Officers: 1 per three craft. Men: 3.

Anchors and Cables Per Flotilla. 1 in No., Duerr,45 lb. anchor or 12 Duerr 45 lb. anchors. C.Q.R., Type 45 or 35, or U.S. type. 40 fathoms,3in. manila rope.

Life Saving Apparatus 1 in No., lifebuoys.

Fire Fighting 1 in No., Pyrene extinguisher. 2in No., Foam extinguishers.

Notes comprised o The L.C.V.(P)being similar to L.C.V. with the addition of 4,000 lbs. extra weight (a) 1,700 lbs. of S.T.S. in. armour. (b) Foundations for machine guns. (c) Heavier lifting gear and structural members, to enable craft to be lifted with 8,100 as pay-load. (d) Scuffing bottom plating. (e) Additional steering gear equipment. (f) Guards for ramp shelves. The pay-load to give the same performance as the L.C.V. is 10,000 — 4,000 =-­ 6,000 lbs.(2.7 tons). 3 in. clear on Hold: Dimensions, 7 ft. 11 in. width between coamings, 18 ft. 3 in. by 6 ft. deck. Ramp: Minimum width,6ft.6in. Entrance: Width at top,7ft.8in. Batteries: 1 in No., 12 volts, 175 amp./hour. 53

L.B.V. (1) and (2)

LANDING BARGE, VEHICLE, MARK I AND MARK II

(Nos.1 et seq.)

- These are converted swim barges whose dimensions vary considerably. Mark (1) are either dumb or have Ford V8 engines. Mark (2) have completed conversion with two Chrysler Royal engines.

Dimensions Average for the three classes. Variations up to 15 per cent. Width of hold at bottom 14 ft.-17 ft. Width between coamings 13 ft.-15 ft. Height to underside of deck 6 ft. 6 in.-8 ft. Length of hold 46 ft.-60 ft. Length, extreme 70 ft.-105 ft. Beam,extreme 18 ft.-25 ft.

Draught Average 4 ft: 6 in. loaded.

Fuel Type: Pool petrol. Stowage: 600 gallons. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). Stowage: 2 gallons spare. Sump capacity: 12 quarts.

Machinery Main engines: 2in No., Chrysler Royal, 140 h.p. in Mark (2). Generators: 2 in No.,6 volts, 175 watts. Propellers: 2 in No.,(both R.H.) 30-in, diameter by 34-in. pitch. Rudders: 1 in No.

Construction Steel.

Armour Concrete at sides. Plastic protection to Helmsman's shelter and petrol tanks.

Anchors and Cables Anchors, M.Q. stocked,21- cwt., Two. Shackles, anchor/.in., Four. Rope F.S.W. 11- in., 25 fathoms length, two lengths. Chain rigging in., 4 fathoms length, two lengths. 2 in No., winches for working anchors (to be fitted). chain rigging stopper fitted, r in. end links (two) as chain stoppers to be fitted.

Armament Small Arms Allowance:2in No., mounted Hefah or Lewis guns, 2,500 R.P.G. • 2 in No., •455 Webley revolvers, 60 R.P.G. (Reduce to one where no officer borne.)

Fresh Water 120 gallons carried in three 40-gallon drums.

Ramp Ramp opening is fitted in the stern. Length of Ramp: 13 ft. (Total inside and outside). Width of opening: 9 ft. Slope: 1 in 31--. Weight: ton. Maximum loaded weight of vehicle passing over ramp = 11 tons. 54

Capacity • Maximum Cargo: L.B.V.(S), 100 tons approximate. L.B.V.(M),150 tons approximate. L.B.V.(L), 200 tons approximate. Vehicles: 1. Barges wide enough to allow two vehicles abreast. 2 x 3 ton lorries. 2 x 30 cwt. lorries. 1 x 15 cwt. truck. 2. Barges not wide enough to allow two vehicles abreast. 2 x 3-ton lorries, or 3 x 15 cwt. trucks.

Life Saving Apparatus 2 in No., lifebuoys. 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy per six craft. 1 in No., Spanner rafts.

Complement 1 officer per six craft. 5 ratings per craft.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., W/T set, receiver, B.P. 413 (if authorised by S.N.O.L. or S.O.A.G.). 1 in No., Pattern W.2151, tricoloured torch. 1 in No., Pattern 3877, P. and S. navigation lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 3876, masthead navigation lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 3932, electric navigation lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 919, magnetic compass. Per 12(L.B.V.2). 2in No., hailing equipment, Type 431 or 432. 2 in No., Pattern 5110E, Aldis signalling lantern. 2in No., Pattern 1038, signalling lantern.

Notes Times ofloading Various combinations of vehicles can be loaded in about 10 minutes, and off and unloading: loaded in about two minutes. Two6-lb. guns and three trucks take 10 minutes to load and two minutes to off load under good conditions. Overhead lines are fitted for camouflage net. Two steel portable bulkheads are fitted inboard of the ramp. Hand winches for hoisting and lowering the ramp are fitted. Batteries: 2 sets. 6 volts. 120 amp./hour. Coal Stowage: 3 cwt. coal carried for heating stove. Pumps,: 1 in No.,semi-rotary bilge pump with length flexible hose. 2 in No.,fixed pumps (1 to forward and 1 to aft swim). 2in No., shifting pumps. Hatches: Barges will be fitted hatches and canvas covers for use when carrying stores. 55

L.B.E.

LANDING BARGE, EMERGENCY REPAIR

(Nos.1-60)

Dimensions Length,extreme: 75-85 ft. Beam,extreme: 18-23 ft.

Draughts Light: average 4ft.6in. Loaded: average6ft.

Fuel Type: Pool petrol. Stowage: 600ga1lons. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250)(sump capacity: 12 quarts), 2 gallons. Spare 4 gallons, M.160.

Machinery Main engines: 2in No., Chrysler Royal. Generators: 5 kW. Pumps: 1 in No., semi-rotary bilge pump with flexible hose. 2 in No.,fixed pumps, 1 to forward and 1 to aft swim. 2 in No., shifting pumps. 1 in No., self-contained petrol engine driven pump"Honelitc"for salvage. Propellers: 2 in No., 30 in. diameter by 34 in. pitch.

Rudders 1 in No.

••• Armour 2-1 in. plastic protection over steering shelter and petrol tanks.

Armament 1 in No.,20 mm., Oerlikon and ready use lockers. . Small Arms Allowance: 2 in No.;mounted Hefah or Lewis guns (where no Oerlikon is fitted). 2 in No., •455 Webley revolvers (reduce to one, if no officer borne).

Anchors an'd Cables Anchors, M.Q.,stocked 2-4 cwt. Two. Shackles, anchor .2- in. Four. Rope F.S.W. 1—I- in. 25 fathoms length. Two lengths. Chain rigging /- in. 4 fathoms length. Two lengths. 6 sets-2cwt. Sinkers with 2 by 25 fathoms, F.S.W. rope. Towing bridle 3 in. S.W.R.,5 fathoms each leg and pear shaped link. 2in No., hand winch. Chain stopper as for L.B.V.

Construction Steel. Canvas covered 1-1- in. wood deck over cabin. Oerlikon on 10 lbs. steel deck and platform, abaft cabin or steel covered deck to cabin. Oerlikon gun over.

Complement Officers: 1. Men: 7. 20 repair staff on operations.

Fresh Water 4 tons, semi-rotary pump discharges to gravity tank. 56

Workshop Appliances One 3-ton workshop lorry, Mark III, No.4, which can be used on the barge or driven ashore over the ramp. (a) Details of Lorry: Type. Maker. Wheelbase. Track. Forward. Aft. A. Leyland 15 ft. 5ft. 111- in. 5 ft. 7-43- in. E. and M. Albion 15 ft. 5 ft. 10-.13- in. 5ft. 10i- in. M. Albion 12ft. Gin. 2in. 6ft. 2in. Approximate laden weight 8-1---9 tons. Type M.lorry carries no forge or anvil,but these are issued to the barges. Containing: 6in.lathe. Hand and electric drilling machines. Portable forge and anvil. Bench and two vices. 7:11- kW.generator and charging board. (b) Barge hold has two benches,onefor shipwrights and onefor engineers,each with a6in. vice: Workshop Portable _electric welding set. equipment: Oxy-Acetylene welding and cutting set including six oxygen and four acetylene bottle stowage. Stowage for spare batteries for craft. Quantity of tools and consumable stores. Galley: Pattern 2A stove. Semi-rotary pump for discharging galley sink. 1 ton coal stowage in fore peak, ton normally carried for one week's supply. Sanitary: 2chemical closets. 1 set,3basins for ratings. 1 basin in officers' cabin.

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment Per 12 Craft. 1 in No., Pattern 3876, masthead navigation electric lantern. 2 in No. Pattern 5110E Aldis 1 in No., Pattern 3877, P. and S. navigation electric lantern. signalling lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 3932, overtaking navigation electric lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 919, magnetic compass.

Fire Fighting 2in No., Pyrene extinguishers. 4 in No., Foam extinguishers.

Life Saving Apparatus 2 in No., lifebuoys. 1 in No., 10-ft. dinghy per six barges. . 4 in No., spanner rafts.

Notes Stern ramp operated by 2 in No., hand winches, 57

L.B.O. AND L.B.W.

LANDING BARGE, OILER AND LANDING BARGE, WATER

(L33.0., Nos.1-100,L.B.W.Nos.1-20)

These barges are similar hulls to the L.B.V., i.e., converted swim barges.

Dimensions Length, extreme: (Typical barge)80-90 ft. Beam,extreme (Typical barge), 20-23 ft. Main cargo tank: Length,30 ft. Outside diameter,9 ft.

Draught Light (average),5 ft. 0 in. Loaded (average)6 ft. 0 in.

Fuel • Type: (for barges' own engines), Pool petrol. Stowage: 600 gallons. Lubricating oil: S.A.E. 30 H.D.(U.S.N. 9250). 2 gallons, Sump capacity: 12 quarts.

Machinery 2 in No., Chrysler Royal. Generators: 2in No., 6 volts, 175 watts. Pumps: 1 in No.,semi-rotary bilge pumps with flexible hose. 2 in No.,fixed pumps(1 to forward and 1 to aft. swim). 2in No.,shifting pumps. Propellers: 2in No.,30 in. diameter by 34 in. pitch. Rudders: 1 in No.

Construction Steel. Steel, 10 lbs. W/T, bulkheads (i) Forward of E.R. as L.B.V. 10 lbs. (ii) Two in ramp entrance.

Armour L.B.O.: 21- in. Plastic P.P. over fuel tank. 21- in. N.M. Plastic P.P. to steering shelter. .5 lb. plate canopy over engines. 3 in. concrete to port and starboard sides of hold from floor to within 6 in. of deck. 2-A-- in. Plastic P.P. round and over petrol tank. L.B.W.: Similar.

• Armament Small Arms Allowance: 2in No., mounted Hefah or Lewis guns, 2,500 R.P.G. 2in No., •455 Webley revolvers 60 R.P.G. (Reduce to one if no officer borne.)

Capacity L.B.W.: 15-53 tons. L.B.O.: Tank capacity 30-40 tons, depending on freeboard of not less than 2 ft. amidships.

Complement Officers: 1 per six craft. Men: 4. R.M.s: 1 (stoker driver).

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., Pattern 3877,P. and S. combined navigation lantern, or 16063. 1 in No., Pattern 3932, overtaking navigation lantern. 1 in No., Pattern 3876, masthead navigation electric lantern, or 160766. 1 in No., Pattern 919, magnetic compass. Per 12 Barges. 2 in No., Pattern 5110E, Aldis signalling lantern. 58

- Anchors and Cables Anchors, M.Q., stocked 2 cwt. Two. Shackles, anchor ,f-3 in. Four. Rope F.S.W., 11- in., 25 fathoms length, two lengths. Chain rigging in., 4 fathoms length, two lengths. 2 x 12 fathoms. 6 sets, 2 cwt. Sinkers with 2 x 25 fathoms, 2-1 in. F.S.W. rope or cordage. Heaving line. Chain stopper as L.B.V.

Life Saving Apparatus Per Six Barges. 2in No.,lifebuoys. 1 in No.,10-ft. dinghy. 1 in No.,spanner rafts.

Fire Fighting 2in No., Pyrene extinguishers. 4 in No., Foam extinguishers. Methyl bromide spraying to petrol tank and oil cargo tank.

Fresh Water L.B.O. 2 tons. L.B.W. from cargo.

Pumping Gear per pump. L.B.O. 2in No.,5 in. Airpel hand pumps, capacity 1,800 gallons/hour

Notes hose. Fuelling connections: Main fuel tank by 2 in. Admiralty screwed 10 in No.,2 in. pipes for portable gas exhauster fitted from bilge. keel)(two at stern). Towing arrangements: 4 in No., eyeplates(2 at bow,5 ft. 6 in. above Galley: Pattern 2A stove. only. L.B.0; Nil. Coal stowage: 3 cwt. coal stowage in fore peak in L.B.W. Batteries: 2 in No.,6 volts, 120 amp./hour. 59

L.B.F.

LANDING BARGE, FLAK

(Nos.1-15)

Details are similar to L.B.V.2, except as under:— Armament 2-40 mm. Bofors guns carried in the hold.

Fresh Water 2 tons.

Machinery 1 in No., 24 volts, 800 watts generator n addition to L.B.V.).

Signal, Radio and Navigational Equipment 1 in No., W/T set, Type 66. 1 in No., W/T set, receiver B.P.413. 1 in No., hailing equipment, Type 431 or 432. 1 in No., Pattern 5110E Aldis signalling lantern. Per Six Barges: 1 in No., Pattern 1038 signalling lantern. Galley: Pattern 2A coal-fired firehearth.

Life Saving Apparatus 4 in No.,spanner rafts. 2in No.,lifebuoys.

Complement 1 Officer. 5 men. Guns' crews: 1 officer. (Army): 15 men.

Notes Coal stowage: 1 ton. -I. ton normally carried as one week's supply. APPENDIX A MAJOR CRAFT

Speed at Deep Draught Engine Ratings. Total Fuel Knots.* . Maximum Fuel Consump­ Endurance. tion. Miles (A). No.of Stowage Grade of and Maximum Maximum Galls./hour Title Short Title. Engines. Shafa ts (95 per cent. Cruising (A) Fuel. (A) Max. Cts. Tank Volume) Emergency Continuous . (B) Lub. oil. r.p.m. Gallons. (B) Cruising Cruis­ h.p. r.p.m. h.p. r.p.m. h.p. r.p.m. Max. Max. Cruising. r.p.m. Cts. ing. Ct3.

LANDING CRAFT,FLAK L.C.F.(2) .. .. (A) 11.0 .. Paxman .. .. 3 10,800 83 83 2,950(E) (A) Admiralty Diesel or (B) 9.0 .. 31(E) - Pool Gas Oil. L.C.F.(3) .. .. (A) 11.5 .. Paxman .. .. 2 6,200 — — 500 1,350 200 1,000 56 22 2,200(E) (B) Engine S.M.L.O.Gear (B) 8.5 • • r Box D.T.D.472A Gen L.C.F.(4) .. .. (A) 10.0 .. Paxman .. .. 2 3,100 (i) — — 500 1,350 200 1,000 52 21 900(E) I erators, U.S.N.Symbol: (B) 7•0 .. 11,400 (i) 3,300(E) j 9250. S.A.E. 30 H.D.

LANDING CRAFT, GUN (MEDIUM) L.C.G.(M) .. .. (A) 13.5(E). . Paxman .. .. 2 14,230 (ii) (ii) 2,600(E) (A)I (B) f As above (B) 12.0(E) .. .. . (LARGE) L.C.G.(L)(3) .. .. (A) 11•5 .. Paxman .. .. 2 6,200 _ (B) 8•5 .. I 56 22 2,200(E) .1 (A, 500 1,350 200 1,000 (i) 900(E) -/}As above. L.C.G.(L)(4) .. .. (A) 10.0 .. Paxman .. .. 2 3,100 (i) 52 21 (i) 3,300(E) j (B) 7.0 .. 11,400 (i)

LANDING CRAFT, INFANTRY (SMALL) . -

L.C.I.(S) .. .. (A) 14•0 .. Hall Scott Defender 2 , 4,000 770 2,000 490 4,800 320 1,600 95 60 I(A)87 Octane (B) 12•25 .. Supercharged Petrol. r(B)U.S.N.Symbol: 9250 j S.A.E. 30 H.D. L.C.I.(S) .. .. (A) 13.5 .. Hall Scott Defender 570 2,000 420 1,800 320 1,600 72 53 89000 (B) 12•75 .. Unsupercharged ' (LARGE) L.C.I.(L) .. .. (A) 14.0 .. General . A 7,950 1,800 I (A) Admiralty Diesel or (B) 12.5 .. 24/71 Motors.Quad Unit .B 34,350 720 600/ 560/ 500/ 7,900 Pool Gas Oil. , C 3,000 (iii) 1,940 600 1,810 425 1,615 70 50 { 700 1(B)U.S.N.Symbol: 9250 J S.A.E. 30 H.D. LANDING CRAFT, SUPPORT(LARGE) cn L.C.S.(L) • • • • (A) 14.0 . Hall Scott Defender 2 4,000 770 2,000 490 1,800 320 1,600 95 60 800 (A)87 Octane Petrol. (B) 12.75 . Supercharged 1(B)U.S.N.Symbol: 9250 L.C.S.(L)(2) • • (A) 13•5 . Hall Scott Defender 570 2,000 420 1,800 320 1,600 72 53 875 S.A.E. 30 H.D. (B) 12-5 . Unsupercharged

LANDING CRAFT,TANK L.C.T. (1) .• • • 10 Hall Scott Defender 2 3,650 250 1,800 (A)87 Octane Petrol. (Max. loaded (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D. 350 2,000 90 30 (A)73 Octane Petrol. L.C.T. (2) • • ,(A) 11 Napier Lion • 3 8,800 (B) 10 (B)Engines D.T.D. 472B Gear box. U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D. 430 1,150 290 1,000 36 211-­ 3,800(E) (A) Admiralty Diesel or L.C.T.(2) • • (A) 9-0 Paxman • • • • 2 10,800 (B). 8.0 Pool Gas Oil. L.C.T.(2) (A) 11.0 • Paxman • • • • 3 10,800 500 1,350 200 1,000 83 31 2,950(E) (B) Engines S.M.L.O. (B) 9.0 Gearbox D.T.D. 472A.. L.C.T. (3) (A) 11.5 Paxman • • 2 6,200 500 1,350 200 1,000 56 22 2,200(E) Generators:U.S.N.sym­ (B) 8.5 bol 9250,S.A.E.30 H.D L.C.T.(3) (A) 10.85 Sterling • • 2 5,745 510 2,000 275 1,600 82 49 840 (A) (B) 9.5 Admiral (B) L.C.T.(4) (A) 100 • Paxman • • • • 2 3,100 500 1,350 200 1,000 52 21 (i) 900(E) (B) 7-0 11,400 (i) (i) 3,300(E) (A) Admiralty Diesel or L.C.T.(5) (A) 8.0 .. Gray • • • • 3 2,500 180 1,900 160 1,800 120 1,600 31(E) 21(E) 760(E) Pool Gas Oil. (B) 7.0 .. (B)U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 L.C.T.(6) Approximately Gray • • • • 3 2,740 180 1,900 160 1,800 120 1,600 31(E) .21(E) 800(E) S.A.E. 30 H.D. as L.C.T. (5).

Landing Craft, Tank Rocket L.C.T.(R) • • • • As for L.C.T.(2) Asfor L.C.T.(2) and (3). and (3).

* These speeds will be seriously reduced in bad weather. (E) Estimated. Endurances shown are those under deep draught trial conditions.in fair weather. For planning and operational purposes table at end of this Appendix should be used. (i) This figure is applicable to Mark IV craft in.which extra fuel stowage to total 11,400 gallons is being fitted for service in Far East. (ii) The Endurance of 2,600 miles is obtained by the use of additional Ballast Tank giving total fuel of 14,230 gallons. (iii) Endurances correspond to the following.Stowages:-Service tanks only-Total including ballast tanks-Beaching Draught. APPENDIX A—continued MINOR CRAFT

Speed at Engine Ratings. Total Fuel Deep Draught Consump- Endurance. Knots.* Maximum Fuel Stowage tion. Miles (A). • Grade of No.of Maximum • Maximum Galls./hour (A) Fuel. Title and Short Title. Engines. Shafts. (95 per cent. Cruising (A) Max. Cts. Tank Volume) Emergency Continuous (B) Lub. Oil. r.p.m. Gallons. (B) Cruising Max. Cruis- Max. h.p. r.p.m. h.p. r.p.m. h.p. Cruising. r.p.m. Cts. ing. Ctc.

LANDING CRAFT, ASSAULT L.C.A. • • • • (A) 8•5 Thornycroft V.8 1 64 (B) 7•0 Parsons V.8 2. 64 • (A) Petrol(X or Y). Scripps V.8 j 64 (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 1I (98 in 24 craft) 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D. L.C.A. 65 2,750 30 2,000 85 .5(E) 90-140 L.C.A.

LANDING CRAFT, 1\ EMERGENCY REPAIR 1(A) Petrol(X or Y). L.C.E. • • • • (A) 10.5 (E) Hall Scott Invader 1 105 250 2,100 180 1,850 120 1,600 15•0 11 •0 85(E) (B) U.S.N. Symbol: (B) 9•25(E) (E) 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D.

LANDING CRAFT, MECHANIZED R.A.4 (A) L.C.M.(1) • • • • (A) 7.5 A.Thornycroft 2 100 60 1,900 45 1,700 10.0 7.5 89(E) (B) }As above. (B) 65 J-Chrysler Crown f (E) . (E) r(A) Admiralty Diesel or 2 180 1,900 160 1,800 120 1,600 19-0 14•5 275-366 Pool Gas Oil. L.C.M.(3) • • • • (A) 8•0(E) Gray 600 J (B) 7.0(E) (later craft 800) (E) (E) (E) (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D.

LANDING CRAFT, • PERSONAL ,(FOR DESTROYER) Towed by L.C.P. (2) L.C.P.(1) 1 at 5.5 Nil Y). 2 at 4.8 (A) Petrol(X or Symbol: L.C.P. (2) 10 Ford V.8 3a 65 2,750 30 1,000 (B) U.S.N. H.D. (Max. loaded) • { 9250 S.A.E. 30 (SMALL) 145 (A) L.C.P.(S) . • • 1 (A) 7.5 .. Chrysler Crown 1 90 60 1,900 45 ,700 5•0 38 (B) As above. (WATER AMBU. L'CES) (B) 6.5 .. (E) (E) W.A. .. "C) (MEDIUM) 50 3•0 185(E) (A) Petrol(X or Y). 7•5 Scripps V.8. 1 95 65 2,750 30 2,000 L.C.P.(M) .. (A) (E) (B) U.S.N. Symbol: (B) 6.0 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D.

120 1,600 15•0 11 •0 170(E) r(E)(A) 10.5 Hall Scott Invader 1 210 250 2,100 180 1,850 •9•25 I (B) 4•5 150-320(E) (LARGE) (A) 9.5 Chrysler Royal . 1 100-210 90 2,000 65 1,800 7•5 1(A)' s above. (E) (E) (E) r(B) L.C.P.(L) .. .. (B) 7.5 120 1,600 15.0 11.0 170(E) (E)(A) 10.5 Hudson Invader . 1 210 250 2,100 180 1,850 (B) 925

5 320(E) Chrysler Royal 1 210 90 2,000 65, 1,800 7.5 4• 1(E)(A) 9.0 (E) 7-0 (E) (BA) ) above. 1 (B) 170(E) }}As Hudson Invader 1 210 250 2,100 180 1,850 120 1,600 15.0 11.0 (E)(A) 10.5 (E) (E) L.C.P. R) • • • • (B) 9•25 120 1,600 9.5 7.3 125-250(E (A) Admiralty Diesel or (E)(A) 10•0 Gray 1 105-210 180 1,900 160 1,800 (E) (E) Pool Gas Oil. (B) 9•25 (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D.

* These speeds will be seriously reduced in bad weather. (E) Estimated. planning and operational purposes table at end of this Appendix should be used. (A) Endurances shown are those under deep draught trial conditions in fair weather. For (X) Unleaded petrol, 67 octane. (Y) Pool petrol, leaded,80 octane. with various sized propellers. Trials show that the most efficient propeller is 21 in. diameter by 131 in. pitch by L.C.P.(L), L.C.P.(R), L.C.V.(P), L.C.V. and L.C.E. are at present fitted by 216 sq. in. propellers becoming available, is 20 in. by 15 in. which should be fitted as opportunity occurs. Speeds, endurances and 216 sq. in. D.B.A. The best size, pending 21 in. by 13-i in. in. by 216 sq. in. propellers. fuel consumptions for these craft have been estimated with 21 in. by 13-1- APPENDIX A—continued MINOR CRAFT

Speed at Deep Draught Engine Ratings. Total Fuel Knots.* Maximum Fuel Consump- Endurance. tion. Miles (A). No.of Stowage Grade of Title and Short Title. Engines. Maximum Maximum Galls./hour • Shafts. (95 per cent. Cruising (A) Fuel. (A) Max. Cts. Tank Volume) Emergency Continuous (B) Lub. Oil. r.p.m. Gallons. (B) Cruising Max. h.p. r.p.m. h.p. r.p.m. h.p. r.p.m. Max. 1Cruis­ Cruising. r.p.m. Cts in Cts. • I g"

LANDING CRAFT, SUPPORT (SMALL)

L.C.S. (S) • • 14/15 Hall Scott Invader 1

(MEDIUM) L.C.S.(M)(1) .. (A) 8•5(E) • • Ford V.8 • • L.C.S.(M)(2) .. (B) 7-0(E) .. 65 or 98 65 2,750 30 2,000 85 5(E) 90-140(E) (A) Petrol(X or Y). L.C.S.(M)(3) .. (A) 8•5 .. Scipps V.8 (B) U.S.N. Symbol: (B) 7-0 .. 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D.

(LARGE) L.C.S.(L)(1) .. (A) 10-75 Gray Diesel 2 155 165 2,090 • 120 1,700 105 1,600 19.0 145 105(E) (A) Admiralty Diesel or (B) 10-0 (E) (E) Pool Gas. (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D.

LANDING CRAFT, VEHICLE

L.C.V. • • • • • (A) 10-5 Hall Scott .. • • 1 105 250 2,100 180 1,850 120 1,600 9.5 7.3 85(E) (A) Petrol(X or Y). (B) 925 (E) (E) (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D. (A) 10.0 Gray Diesel 1 105 180 1,900 160 .1,800 120 1,600 15.0 11.0 125(E) (A) Admiralty Diesel or (B) 9.25 (E) Pool Gas Oil. (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D.

(PERSONAL)

L.C.V.(P) • • (A) 10.0 Gray Diesel 180 1,900 160 1,800 120 1,600 9.5 7.3 180(E) (A) Admiralty Diesel or (B) 25(E).. (E) Pool Gas. (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 150 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D. (A) 10.5 .. Hudson Invader . 250 2,100 180 1,850 120 1,600 15.0 11.0 125(E) (A) Petrol(X or Y). (B) 9.75 •(E) (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D. LANDING BARGE, VEHICLES (SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE)

L.B.V.(Mark II) • • (A) 5•5 Chrysler Royal . 2 600 (B) 4.5 ..

EMERGENCY REPAIR (A) 5.5 70 2,000 55 ,800 10.0 8.0 300(E) (A) Petrol(X or Y). L.B.E. .. (B) 4.5 (E) (E) (B) U.S.N. Symbol: 9250 S.A.E. 30 H.D. FLAK (A) 5•5 L.B.F. • • (B) 4:5 Chrysler Royal .. 600 OILER (A) 5.5 L.B.O. • (B) 4.5

WATER (A) 5.5. L.B.W. .. (B) 4.5

* These speeds will be seriously reduced in bad weather. (E) Estimated. . (A) Endurances shown are those under deep draught trial conditions in fair weather. For planning and operational purposes, table at end of this appendix should be used. L.C.P. (L), (H),L.C.VV.(F), L.C.VV. and L.C.E. are at present fitted with various sized propellers. Trials show that the most efficient propeller is 21 in. diameter by 13-i in. pitch by 216 sq. in. D.D.A. The best size, pending 21 in. by 13+ in. by 216 sq. in. propellers becoming available is 20 in. by 15 in. which should be fitted as opportunity occurs. Speeds, endurances and fuel consumptions for these craft have been estimated with 21 in. by 13+ in. by 216 sq. in. propellers. (X) Unleaded petrol, 67 Octane. (Y) Pool petrol, leaded,80 Octane. MAJOR LANDING CRAFT MINOR LANDING CRAFT

Speed and Endurance to be used for Planning Speed and Endurances to be used for Planning and Operational Purposes and Operational Purposes

Endurance Endurance Endurance Endurance in miles at in miles at in miles at in miles at Maximum MINOR CRAFT. Maximum MAJOR CRAFT. Cruising Cruising Continuous Continuous Rating. Rating. Rating. Rating.

L.C.F. (2) 940 1,970 L.C.A. • • • • 40-60 60-80

L.C.F.(3) 850 1,460 L.C.E. • • • • 45 60

L.C.F.(4). . 400 600 L.C.M. (1) • • 45 55 1,460 (i) 2,200 L.C.M. (3) • • 165-225 180-240 L.C.G.(M) 1,730 2,060 (ii) L.C.P.(S) and W.A. 85 95

L.C.G.(L)(3) . 850 1,460 L.C.P.(M) 100 120

L.C.G.(L)(4) . 400 600 L.C.P.(L) .(a) • • 90 110

• • • 85-170 1,460 (i) 2,200 (i) (b) • 70-140

• • • 105-230 (c) • 85-185 L.C.I. (S)(v) . 460 (v) . 600 (v) (iv) . 360 (iv) 530 (iv) L.C.P.(R)(a) . 90 110 (b) .. • • 70-140 85-170 C1,0501 1,200} (c) .. .. 175 250 L.C.I. (L) and L.C.W. . 4,560 (iii) 5,250 (iii) 395 460 L.C.S. (S),. .• • •

L.C.S.(L)(2)(v) 460 (v) 585 (v) L.C.S.(M)(1), (2) and (3) 40-65 60-95 (iv) 360 (iv) 530 (iv) L.C.S.(L)(1) .. . . 60 70 L.C.T.(1) L.C.V.(a) • • • • 46 60 (b) .. 70 85 L.C.T. (2)(a) • • • • 1,800 2,500 (b) 930 1,960 .. 66 85 (c) L.C.V.(P)(a) .. (b) .. .. 70 120 L.C.T.(3) 850 1,460 L.B.V. L.C.T.(4) 400 600 1,460 (i) 2,200 (i) L.B.E.

L.C.T.(5):. .• • • 430 500 L.B.F. 205 210

L.C.T.(6). . • • • • 530 L.B.O.

L.C.T.(R) • • • • As for L.C.T. (2) and (3) L.B.W.

Notes.—(a) 2Paxman. Notes.—(a) Hall Scott Invader. (b) 3Paxman. (b) Gray Diesel. (c) 3 Napier Lion. (c) Chrysler Royal.

(i) This figure is applicable to Mark IV craft _ in which extra fuel stowage to total 11,400 gallons is being fitted for service in Far East.

(ii) Endurance of 2,060 obtained by use of addi­ tional ballast tank giving total fuel, 14,230 gallons.

(iii) Endurances correspond to following stowages:— Service Tanks only. Total including ballast tanks. Beaching draught.

(iv) Supercharged engines.

(v) Unsupercharged engines. 67

. APPENDIX B LOADS AND DRAUGHTS OF L.C.T. 1. Maximum loads are:­ Homogeneous Vehicle:: Cargo in Tons. in Tons., L.C.T.(2) 250 200 L.C.T.(3) 300 260 L.C.T.(4) 350 300 L.C.T.(5) 160 160 These loads are in addition to fuel, fresh water in ready-use tanks(but not in ballast tanks) normal naval and victualling stores, and ammunition for the craft's guns. The discrepancies between homogeneous and of vehicle loads is due to considerations of stability. The balance cannot be made up by the addition of stores. They are dependent on all ballast tanks being completely dry. If any ballast is carried or if any ballast tanks are used for fresh water, a corresponding weight must be deducted from the cargo that can be embarked. The following ballast tanks have been fitted to carry fresh water:— L.C.T. (3). Wing tank 1 or 2 112 tons. L.C.T. (4). Wing tank 3 18.5 tons. In order to correct list, it is necessary to counterflood the corresponding tank on the other side. When it is required to carry extra fresh water for the use of the troops embarked,the following deduc­ tions must be made from the maximum cargo that can be carried. L.C.T. (3). Wing tanks 1 and 2, 24 tons. L.C.T. (4). Wing tanks 3 and 4, 37 tons. 2. Maximum tank and ITT stowages are:— Cromwell I. Churchill. Sherman V. Valentine. 3-ton Lorries. L.C.T.(2) 4 3 6 7 — L.C.T.(3) 5 5 9 11 10 L.C.T. (4) 8 6 9 9 12 L.C.T.(5) 5 4 5 7 9 . Draughts 3. The tables below give the approximate draughts to be expected with various types of load, all ballast tanks dry. The light draught is for craft complete with crew, fuel, fresh water in ready-use tanks, ammuni­ tion for craft's guns, normal naval and victualling stores. Load. Weight of Load. Forward. Aft. Tons. ft. in. ft. in. 'Homogeneous cargo • • • • 250 4 10 8 2 3 Churchill tanks • • 1 Armoured O.P. • • • • 125 3 8 7 0 2 Churchill tanks • • • • L.C.T.(2) 1 20 tons assorted equipment • • 100 3 . 6 6 7 4-3 ton lorries • • • • 3-30 cwt. lorries • • • • 43 2 4 6 8 L1-8 cwt. lorry • • • • {Homogeneous cargo • • • • 300 3 9 7 8 5 Churchill tanks • • • • 200 . 3 5 6 8 L.C.T.(3) 3 Churchill tanks and carriers 145 3 5 5 11 10-3 ton lorries (loaded) . 65 2 1 5 4 Light (as defined above) .• 1. 9 5 3 1Homogeneous cargo .. aft• • 350 3 8 5 6 Churchill tanks, stowed 240 2 9 4 1121 ti 6 Churchill tanks, stowed forward 240 3 3 4 5 L.C.T.(4) 9 280 3 5 4 9 ViA Sherman ;tanks • • • • ;.. d 3 Churchill tanks and carriers 160 2 6 4 2 cn. 12-3 ton lorries loaded . 78 1 8 3 10 Light (as defined above) ..• 1 2 3 7, 'Homogeneous cargo or 4 160 2 11 4 7 Churchill tanks. L.C.T.(5) 3 Churchill tanks • • 120 • 2 8 4 3 • • . I 9-3 ton lorries • • • • 60 2 3 3 4 L.Light(as defined above) • • 1 0 3 0 Craft with extra armour plating on the bridge have draughts aft increased by about 3 in. Nos..2400 onwards have fuel tanks further forward than in numbers under 2400, resulting in a change of trim of 2 in. over the figures in the above table. 68

Hydrostatic Data Load. Displacement. T.P.1. Moment to change Tons. trim 1 in. (ft.-Tons.) [125 465 8•75 83 L.C.T.(2) .. 296 8•39 73

[200 580 _ 11-2 139 L.C.T.(3) .. ••Ni1. 345 10.5 119

[230 500 13.4 148.5 L.C.T.(4) .. •'lNil. 250 11.8 107.5

5120 275 7.5 58 L.C.T.(5) .. •Ni1. 126 6.9 46

Displacements Loaded with full fuel, fresh water (in ready-use tanks) ammunition for craft's guns, naval and victualling stores, crew and effects, but without cargo of tanks or MIT, etc.

L.C.T.(2) 340 L.C.T.(3) 380 L.C.T.(4) 270 L.C.T.(5) 145 L.C.T.(6) 145 (Estimated) L.C.G.(L)3 500 L.C.G.(L)4 530 L.C.T.(R)2 515 L.C.T.(R)3 560 Extreme deep displacement • L.C.F.(3) 515 L.C.F.(4) 510

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PLAN OF HOLD L.C.T. (2). Nos.100-299. LANDING CRAFT TANK, (MK.2.)

9, Feet IP 29 39 4P 50 60 70 ao 90 1QO 110 120 130 140 1W L.C.T. 2 Tank Deck

SECTION AT AA,

A

11'-01

9" 181-0' 59t.6' WT.Doors Hum 12-0" l9-0" 12=2"

SECTION AT BB, B,

A, L.C.T.(3) Nos. 300-499. Landing Craft Tank (tvica)

BP hetet..

Deck Top of Coning Storm Rail' ri- Deck Line. 0 - • ----­ - - AOC 1.1.,. - -4-­ ------, , 01 Line 1:4 HQ_ ­ WT -- WI WI WT Wing WT Wing Wug Wog Bkd Bird . WT Wing Bkd. Bkd WT Wing \;,,L Bkd OT 01. Wing Rafters. W.T Bkd. Bkd Bkd. Bkd Bkd PRO' iLE.

MIDSHIP SECTION.

DECK PLAN. 1?0 140 160 180 9 Feet 2P 4P 60 80 PO • L.C.T. 3 Tank Deck

SECTION AT AA,

A

1I'-8 108'-0" 19'-6" les 10V2" 12'-0

A, SECTION AT 88, L.C.T. Nos.500-1999

Steering ' NN Shelter 0 = Landing Craft Tank,(P*4) kb. F W., E. Tank II II­ 0 ------, 0 Arrry Bulwark Crew's Accommodation. Engine Room. Shetter. g , Flooding Pre.l'aS. L Raised cc Side Deck.Th_reno,

_ -­ _Elt/id Cc aecii _ _ ' Diesel '------­ Oil Irks. no (centre

Rudder Guards 07. 01. WT. WT. KUL WT.1. vas W.T.. PROFILE. Bulwark.

DECK PLAN. so Feet 30 50 70 90 op 150 L.C.T. 4. Tank Deck

678" I

SECTION AT BB, A

B

25'-5* 25=3" 26-0" 251-3' 13'-0" 12'-4:1 i 93'- II 3

SECTION AT AA, B, L.C.T.(5) Nos.2000et seq. LANDING CRAFT TANK,(MK.5.)

PidstiCt Aremove

/Bulwark

Qld

jçi [111 I -) ; Butwcy-k_ 1.1 Midship Section 0 • Portable Diesel ! Plate -

RdMp °Deck RUQ. Oil 0

'Stowage", II Electric --­ Winch

Deck Ran.

Feet. 4,0 (30 BID L.C.T. 5 i 4'-81/2" 25A_-9' _____ Tank Deck

SECTION AT AA,

A

B

71'- 111 r Iv-7. i 181-5" -.a-, --,21­ _

129.7" 25'-9" 24'-8"

Obstructions 6, SECTION AT BB,

B1 A, LCT. LANDING CRAFT TANK MK.6 Repeater Compass 20'Antenna

V Searchlight

Horn Wnch Engine °erfilcr House -Grabs 00 Arrnipui•ed e4T—Cside Light r7rDELL­ sP10-41-,

Mufflers & S. /Ara. Li

0 0 " El

---4iTemporary Deck ; skeg Clamp P & S PROFILE Davit Socket 0.F Vent lo 011 ri 0' L­7-1 E.R. Exhaust

4 10"Chock Locker

DECK PLAN FW.Fill L.C.T. (R) MK 11 LANDING CRAFT TANK ROCKET MK Il.

R.D.F Anchor Light

2 Pdr. Porn- Pom, Protective Hut Rocket Projectors 72 in N9 Rocket Projectors 720 in N9 AAAA.4> Blast Screen ./2 71 Anchor 7Aft Davit WANI- Awe : re Ar.­ r"lila V YA117"-"A— AMIM

Mess Deck

_ - -

Hinged Brow secured to Hull by welded PROFILE strips

Ammunition 3--C-wt Stocked Anchor Hatch 0 Bollard Winch 252 in N9 Army Type Rockets Perf Anchor Cowl Vent Pipe for Portable Wooden Blast Screen flooding 36 in N. Rocket Davit \10 Ft. Dinghy, 216 in N9 Army Type Rockets Deck J Anchor Rocket Platform Stowed 36 in NQ Rocketls

Faded Dunstos Roll 252 in N9 Army Type Rockets 0iv Faiad u 0 Deck Sheave a BolL d 0 DECK PLAN (R) MK M LANDING CRAFT TANK ROCKET MK M

Captain's She 12 in NO Sectupie Army Type Projectors z DO 7-1 4. t

0 0 A A

- - ; Portable Piliars - - - - -"I­ 11T 'V -­7-7- 9- T­i - -7­ - - c-I -'11- -7 --'- -;

PROFILE * 12 in N9 Sextuple Ar.my 20in NO Sectupie Arrry Type Projectors 20in NO Sextuple Arrry Type Projectors TYPe Praetors

D9 DO D9 181n NO Sectuple Arrry 6in N9

D9 DO DO Th UPPER DECK L.C.A. BPS Shel

0 Steel Reel

(6unvihale Lifting Sting Bulletproof FE.Armour ; Bkhd ') Si

------­

j _ Bottom of armour -- -

Lewis Gun WT Bullet Bulletproof side deck 0,k-nt cockpit Bkd.

- - - Bollard -­ --­

Batten certre at portable 0 10b DIHT over Er)**

guard

------­ ------­- - Rn -­ Farlead ------­ -EJ1 -----­ --_ _ ----­ - -- -_ _ _ Batten seat (U)der) L _•/ Steerng Position (HR) LANDING CRAFT ASSAULT (HEDGEROW)

PROFILE

7-12

Bomb Stowage under Side Deck (Same for COXSVAlift's -- - .1.­ L-J Shelter ---1 - c: L-J -

DECK PLAN *L•C•E• LANDING CRAFT EMERGENCY REPAIR

Profile 0 FEET 10 - ­ ?Cs 30 35

10 Les D.I. H.T. PLATO-ID 10LBS D I H.T PLAmlG P To A on) duLKHEAo

a GALLONI REF7ILL FOAM TA,ws T

I Q LeS.DINT PLAT,. FoR E xf.L.,Osnie P131-1 P Oo 801-KNEAD 90 GAL.1../min, 1- 14 GA LLON Kt,A...ZACK FOA,1 TAKO

3000 DecK

ONIE

En.10,11,4E Box WoRrci,,a SPACE HATcH LIGHT CAN vAs CANor,

exr­re_ni S­rowAGE FOR ROOK CORDON & HOSE

Deck Plan L.c.m.(1). Nos.20.et seq. Landing Craft, Mechanised. Mkl.

PROFILE O_ Feet 5 10 20 40

toULWARK PAL ANGL

/ ISULVARK SPXET WATER T LOCKER 6 6 Rt4G BOLT.• °6

'o

ENGINE

FAX,4.1 11 c=1) RAMP HATCH IN RAMED POSTON HATCH

HATCHES

9

/rrnm , DECK PLAN MIDSHIP SECTION.

WOOD DECK SEE NOTES; WATERWAY N

6' Ilka 4'O"

7451

PART PART PROFILE PROFILE Nos.127-130 Nos. 147-50. 20-50. L.C.M. I. HOLD DIAGRAM.

SHEAVE SECT/ON N WAY op IN5/05 Of ZULWARK RAIL. B.CLoW ,o4,76,1z a,tow Soir VALva e3.-WARK BRAcKET'S 2 Sro,4, -- — ­ 4.. " PAAT

6 ,6 6 Pkgre RcolleArX (3 Aa:R././4so,' lbst $A,TICY.4.-77N4" SHEAVE i"oa 4,"1 Zyei, 77, ,f3ROW 1.1,24= ,Asoy/N4 AIN644 CRA,Alo6 33-510 4soy, CA.VAS Cos.-14 R,,va 5'9' Arigremos ,oa 5NIN4 147,5, 3'8­ A50., Decic

Zarc Orrpirnia

Nos./5, 137zow ey Sec, 8'o"Lon,* /43 • 6- wok, (exr,2,14 104" /0' Fc..u5H WT

MANKakE

24. 3­

Zo.

FLUSH 9 9 9 9 BRow Sues.oir Sraucnoi

0 20 I i I L.C.M. III LANDING CRAFT MECHANISED MK III Steering Position

Ventilator P t S

Bitt PtS

PROFILE ,40 0 Feet 110 ,20 ,30 f50 1

Bitt 0

0 Engine Hatch I•ead Strips on Tank Dec Staff CD © r Cavel Capstan 0 I cr

DECK PLAN L.C.P.(L) Nos.I-500. LANDING CRAFT PERSONNEL,(LARGO UK.Type.

cqi OROMMINIIMIKOMIM. `WIDZSIMMINILWIRIMILW11111111MICUMMIEMIONIMMIMMONNIMAIMMILMill•

PROFILE

2? 0 Feet. 2P 3P 315

Cow Matting on Deck. p 1

Levri6GUY, Engine Pedeitel. Cdsing

Embarkation Gangway 4-4

4111.:411112111, DECK PLAN L.C.P(L). Nos.501.etseq. LANDING CRAFT PERSONNEL LARGE, U.S.Type.

/

PROFILE.

15 2p 25 3P 3P 9. Feet

MIDSHIP SECTION.

DECK PLAN. LC.P(M) Landing Craft Personnel,(Medium).

Profile. FP

Embarkation Midship Section.

Drsembarkatoon Platform -

Portable Landing Platform/ ///

Plan.

3,6 Feet I0 2c) 25 313 LC.P(R No.SQL et seq. LANDING CRAFT,PERSONNEL,(RAMPED

Battery Seat Box

, Seat a. Exhaust Ccner Bkd Engine Casing. Hinge(' Seat • Rci_r_np 1 Bottom Edge

Sedt

Seat Vz

-- 0 Deck Plan

Feet ,ip 1p 2o 2P 30 L.C.P(s) Nos.I -200. Landing craft. Personnel (Small.)

. • Petrol Tank. PaS — 5tdt — _ _ _ _ atiss - _ ----

Footrail Rubber (not shavn in profile) Profile.

r-m- Seating

--Uctinks

1-1

Midship Section.

Plan.

9 Feet to 20 2,6 LANDING CRAFT SUPPORT LARGL.140,

0 .10 ,.30 PROFILE Feet

DECK PLAN L.C.S. M) I LANDING CRAFT SUPPORT MEDIUM MK.I

Searchlight / 41 Mortar 0 =3 .-r aL3 Cox'ns it Shelter .5 M/G. -5M G. 0-L Bollard P&S Gunwale sling plate r-­ • Nor7 V.8 Petrol Silencers

64mm. B.P Side ArMour r 11.11,111,411.1.R.O.

PROFILE

1-1- - 1-1-1 ri

Stowage Buoyancy Compartment 1:Petro, Escape CaNI Vent 4"Mortar Candles ; s Stowage 41 Smoke Mortar ; Tank Hatch • 5\ M/G. 1, TelegnsPh 1.1a.

B.P Plate on deck r T. Bollard to protect mechanic KED3 Wood Deck iC Over Iretrol Escape El •5 M/G 11 (a) 11Tank Hatch :Exhaust Vent la=3 Bollard I L 111,1 1 \ I Stchisagek 1-j - \AP Star* Lamp :I I ::: :41 Mortar Candles Stowage L-J-1.-L-1...1-1

DECK PLAN PROFILE.

Q Feet 8 16 32

DECK PLAN. L.C.S. M DI LANDING CRAFT SUPPORT MEDIUM MK311. 'Twin .5 M/G.

4" Smoke Mortar

Lifting Conning Eye Cowl Vent Extractor Tower Lr Vent

)C- r

PROFILE 0 Feet 10 20 130

04'M.Vent Windlass in Power Turret ,Cockpi Twin .5 Vickers M/G's

DECK PLAN L.0 V. Nos.501. et seq. LANDING CRAFT, VEHICLE fl 16111b1W1111MMIMMIIIIMIMILIM111101.11011.111114011101,161bWIRMIWIROWIMIMILIIIMMAIIM

' WIROWLIMIIMeniliMIPM1101116.111WWW1161001.

Profile.

6

••••

Deck Plan. 9, . Feet 10 -2o L.C.V. (P) LANDING CRAFT VEHICLE PERSONNEL

Tow Bitt Cleat PtS.

PROFILE

0 Feet '6 12 18 24 30 36

EF

CDVent ndervater Exhaustr­ t = Cleat - r HEM

'Tow Bitt Davit Engine Cover Lift PadS ii ©Fuel t Filling Battery HHE HQ HI'INEZ 11111 UHE II II 1101 BI Fa3m1P-;:h wt. Bracket I cleat DECK PLAN L B.E Landing Barge,Emergency Repair.

II ­ Brow 4, .1 nch, .. _ _ _ _ _ Deck _ --­ -- - Platform Repair Lorry

Bench Batteries F.W.Tank Space for Engin PROFILE

Hold Covered Over.

_ Insir)e_ _ _ _ _ — — —Gotritner — 0 0 0 Provnion Store Chemi 3 Bunks 3Bunks. u bd. ; (under) Space Bench Batteries F W Tank0 for 2 Tons w.C. Washplace. Shea, Engine Lrl Seat

over Table Stool. Hatch a: iG MEN. Ramp Repair Lorry. !!!!1111111 7,3 lAililill h. 17.1 B I; lass I 2 OFFICER :Skylight: Galley II (under) Table .I Coal F W Tank. Do Stowage Y. Portable Electric Chemical Stowage 0x &A 2 Tons. r—N Bed Settee, Bollard Bench 3 bunks (under) Bottle %Acing Set .H IWC• Pinged Ber tri pieri • bd.

! Wood Steel DECK PLAN Bkd Bkd.

9. fravt 19 2 ap 80 L. 0. Landing Barge Oiler

- —f.

11.• Gaol

Ahrogir- Appimin,-.7 • — • z 2 Pot.. Mat

LP. Ibppl Tank 30. iLc1 9Q3 OutDiam.

.:111111 1 • - • • Tiro Suction ottelio. NMI With ...P.Volvos. PROFILE. Coohoctom PIA Screw Cop rP. G.Eirciar.

PTV

DECK PLAN fro oei;