Trenton Class
USS Trenton (LPD-14) |
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| Class overview | |
|---|---|
| Name: | Trenton-class amphibious transport dock |
| Operators: | United States Navy Indian Navy |
| Preceded by: | Cleveland-class amphibious transport dock |
| Succeeded by: | San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock |
| Completed: | Trenton, Ponce |
The Trenton class of amphibious transport dock was a refinement of the Austin and Cleveland classes. Note that some sources consider Cleveland and later ships to be a part of the Austin class, but the Naval Vessel Registry lists them as a separate class. All earlier classes are being replaced by the San Antonio class. LPD-16, while authorized, was cancelled before being constructed.
A recent check of the above mentioned site Naval Vessel Registry lists the USS Trenton and the USS Ponce as Austin class amphibious transport dock.
Read more about this topic: Austin Class Amphibious Transport Dock
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