VARD 7 506

Type:Auxiliary Support Vessel
Class:Landing Craft
Design:VARD 7 506

The VARD 7 506 is a landing ship designed for the projection and support of forces, amphibious operations and landing, support of maritime special ops, patrol of EEZs, and humanitarian assistance.

The vessel is fitted with combination watertight bow and stern ramps providing access to an open RoRodeck. Vehicles are loaded at the pier via the stern ramp and the bow ramp facilitates landing vehicles on shore.