Marado-class (LPH)
Type: Amphibious Assault Ship
Domain: sea
Country of Origin: South Korea
Manufacturer: Hanwha Ocean
First Deployed: 2021
Overview
South Korea's largest warship, a Landing Platform Helicopter vessel. CVX light carrier program also underway for a 30,000+ tonne F-35B-capable carrier expected in the 2030s.
Technical Specifications
| beam | 31 m |
|---|---|
| crew | 330 + 720 marines |
| radar | SPS-550K 3D |
| speed | 22 knots |
| length | 199 m |
| well_deck | 2 LCAC or 6 LCU |
| propulsion | CODAD, 4 diesel engines |
| displacement | 18,800 tonnes full load |
| aircraft_capacity | 15 helicopters |
Operators
- South Korea (ROKN)
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