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

AVD-10 USS Ballard

• Childs Class Seaplane Tender (Destroyer):
• Displacement: 1,800 tons (full load)
• Length: 314'
• Beam: 31'
• Draft: 112'
• Speed: 11 knots (econ), 23 knots (max)
• Armament: 2 3"/50 DP; 8 20mmm, 1 depth charge track, 2 depth charge projectors
• Complement:
• Propulsion: Geared turbine engines, twin screws, 13,000 hp
• Built at __________ and commissioned 19__

Additional Links:

"Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships" -- USS Ballard

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