Ships of the U.S. Navy, 1940-1945

APA-39 USS Clay

• Bayfield class Attack Transport:
• Maritime Commission C3-P type
• Displacement: 16,100 tons (full load)
• Length: 492'
• Beam: 74'6"
• Draft: 26'6"
• Speed: 18 knots
• Armament: 2 5"38 DP, 4x2 40mm, 12x2 20mm
• Complement: 575
• Cargo capacity: 5,500 DWT; 24-26 LCVP; 2 LCM(3); 1,500 troops
• Built at Western Pipe & Steel, and commissioned 21 December 1943

Additional Links:

• "Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships" -- USS Clay

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