Type P1 ship

In today's article we are going to explore the exciting world of Type P1 ship, a topic that has captured the attention of millions of people around the world. From its origins to its relevance today, Type P1 ship has generated debate, interest and curiosity in various areas of society. Throughout this article, we will analyze the importance of Type P1 ship in the current context, as well as its influence on different aspects of daily life. In addition, we will delve into its historical, cultural and social implications, offering a detailed perspective that will allow us to better understand the relevance of Type P1 ship in today's world.

USS Doyen
Class overview
NameType P1
OperatorsUnited States
Planned6
Completed6
General characteristics
TypePassenger ship
Displacement
  • 4,351 tons standard
  • 6,720 tons full load
Length123.5 m (405 ft 2 in)
Beam17.1 m (56 ft 1 in)
Draft5.64 m (18 ft 6 in)
Installed power
  • Westinghouse geared steam turbines, 2 Babcock & Wilcox boilers
  • 8,000 hp (6,000 kW)
Propulsion2 shafts
Speed9,500 nmi (17,600 km; 10,900 mi) at 15 kn (28 km/h; 17 mph)
Range19 knots (35 km/h; 22 mph)
Endurance1,772 tons fuel oil
Capacity
Crew472
Armament
  • 4 × single 76/50 Mk 20 guns
  • 2 × 2 - 40/56 Mk 1/2 guns
  • 10 × 1 - 20/70 Mk 4 guns
USS Feland

The Type P1 ship is a United States Maritime Administration (MARAD) designation for World War II passenger ships. P1 was used in World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War. Type P1 were the smallest of the P-class ships, at 400 to 500 feet (120 to 150 m) long. Two P1-S2-L2 ships were built for the Navy and used as attack transports (APA). Many P1 type ships were built on Type C3-class ship hulls.[1]

Ships in class

  • The P1-S2-L2 Doyen-class attack transports were a series of two ships. The first American assault military transports. Made with an aft ramp for the launching of small landing craft or for the unloading of tanks.

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