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

AKA-58 USS Chara

• Andromeda class Attack Transport:
• Displacement: 13,905 tons (full load)
• Length: 459'
• Beam: 63'
• Draft: 26'
• Speed: 16.5 knots
• Armament: 1 5/38 DP, 4x2 40mm, 12 20mm
• Complement: 380
• Capacity: 4,450 dwt cargo; 1 LCP(L); 8 LCM(3); 15-16 LCVP
• Geared turbine engines, single screw, 6,000 hp.
• Built at Federal, Kearny, and commissioned 14 June 1944

Additional Links:

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

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