Command Ship
 The
Australian amphibious command ship HMAS Kanimbla has been
deployed for service in the Gulf.
The Kanimbla can carry four Blackhawk helicopters - allowing
for SAS operations to be launched from her - she can carry
a full military hospital on board.
Details:
- Engines: Six ARCO 16-251 diesel engines.
- Displacement: 8450 tonnes.
- Length: 159.2 metres.
- Beam: 21.2 metres.
- Weapons: One 20mm Vulcan Phalanx close-in weapons
system. 50 cal Browning machine guns. SRBOC self- defence
system.
- Speed: 20 knots.
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