The LARC-LX (Lighter, Amphibious Resupply, Cargo, 60 ton), originally designated as BARC (Barge, Amphibious Resupply, Cargo) is a welded steel -hulled amphibious cargo vehicle.

Feb 19, 2021 · Thanks to more-than 1,000 combined horsepower, the LARC-LX was capable of 15 mph over land or 7.5 mph at sea when empty, despite its immense weight. Those speeds go down a bit when it’s...

Jul 7, 2011 · The 309th Transportation (LARC LX) Company, 11th Transportation Battalion, was inactivated on 15 October 2001. It was the last amphibious Company in the U.S. Army.

An example of the U.S. military’s largest amphibious craft, the LARC-LX (lighter, amphibious, resupply, cargo) came in three sizes, ranging in size from 5 ton (LARC v) to the LX, capable of transporting 60 tons from ocean to inland, across heavy …

Oct 6, 2011 · The LARC-LX was used to transport wheeled and tracked vehicles, including beach preparation equipment and general cargo from ship to shore or to supply points inland. It was also capable of transporting 40-foot shipping containers that could be landed from the LARC either by crane, straddle carriers or rollers.

Feb 17, 2024 · The LARC-LX (Lighter, Amphibious Resupply, Cargo, 60 ton), initially known as BARC (Barge, Amphibious Resupply, Cargo), is an amphibious cargo vehicle with a welded steel hull. It was capable of transporting up to 100 tons of cargo or 200 passengers, although a typical load usually consisted of 60 tons of cargo or 120 people.

Oct 19, 2024 · New video on the U.S. Army's old LARC-LX / BARC, a huge 4x4 amphibious truck and ship-to-shore connector that aided in maritime logistics operations.

Jul 13, 2021 · The LARC-LX (Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo-60 Ton) is a welded steel hull amphibious vehicle. It can carry up to 100 tons of cargo or 200 personnel. (A historical marker located in Green Cove Springs in Clay County, Florida.)

This Operator's Manual provides instructions for operating and maintaining the LARC-LX, a 61-foot, 60-ton, self-propelled amphibious lighter used for transporting wheeled and tracked vehicles and general cargo.

Dec 18, 2024 · Embark on a maritime adventure like no other with a riveting five-minute documentary unveiling the formidable Larc-LX. Explore the colossal size, amphibious capabilities, and military...