The (NL)LCU, which stands for (Netherlands) Landing craft utility, is a Dutch LCU. The Royal Netherlands Navy currently operates five LCU type Mk.II as well as twelve LCVPs for the Marine Corps.
(NL)LCU type Mk.I
Ships Pennant no. Status Note L9525 In service Upgraded to Mk.II L9526 In service Upgraded to Mk.II L9527 In service Upgraded to Mk.II L9528 In service Upgraded to Mk.II L9529 In service Upgraded to Mk.II
(NL)LCU type Mk.II
The Mk.I ships were extended by . As a result, they could carry an extra 20 tons and land further up the beach. All Mk.I were upgraded to Mk.II standards.
Ships Pennant no. Status Note L9525 In service L9526 In service L9527 In service L9528 In service Upgraded to Mk.III L9529 In service
(NL)LCU type Mk.III
As part of their MLU, all Mk.II ships will eventually be upgraded to Mk.III standards. L9528 was the first to undergo this MLU. It is estimated that they will remain in service until at least 2032. On 23 January 2025 the first two refurbished LCUs were delivered by De Haas Shipyards to the Royal Netherlands Navy.
Ships Pennant no. Status Note L9528 In service
See also (NL)LCVP Future of the Royal Netherlands Navy
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