Landing Craft & Assault Boats
Ever wondered what it's like to assault a beachhead? Ever thought how difficult it must be to get men and vital supplies from sea to shore? The Army has its own fleet of ships and landing craft to deliver troops, equipment and supplies 'over the beach'. Smaller boats are used to patrol harbours, rivers and lakes and help bridge-building and ferrying operations.
The Mk 6 Assault Boat is usually paddled for a silent or night-time approach. The all aluminium boat can be carried by four men or dragged overland by two.
The Combat Support Boat (CSB) is a powerful, versatile craft whose major role is to support both bridging and amphibious operations.
The Ramped Landing Craft Logistic (RCL) is used for amphibious operations and is designed to deliver men and material onto beaches