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USNS Marie Tharp

Military Support Vessel · Military Sealift Command

Specialized Work VesselsMilitary Support

Operator Military Sealift Command

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Vessel type / class: Military Support Vessel · Military Sealift Command
Operator: Military Sealift Command

CategoriesSpecialized Work VesselsMilitary Support

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Length: 353 ft
Beam: 58 ft

Catalog source: verified_organization_fleet:military-sealift-command

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