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LCM-257

Country of Origin: Philippines


 7 LCM-257-class MECHANIZED LANDING CRAFT (LCM) (ex-U.S. LCM(8) class)

 Pendant          Status

 LCM 257          Stricken
 LCM 260-266      Active
 LCM 268          Stricken

These landing craft were transferred to the Philippines after service in the U.S. Navy in June 1973 (LCM-257 and LCM-268) and March 19, 1975 (remainder).

LCM-260 through LCM-266 are active.

 USA
 Displacement:       116 tons full load
 Dimensions:
      length         73 ft 6 in...

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