 Daguan-class troopship Xu Xiake berthed in front of the carrier Liaoning at Dalian Shipyard, July 2011
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| Class overview | |
|---|---|
| Operators |  People's Liberation Army Navy |
| In service | 2011 - present[1] |
| Completed | 2 |
| Active | 2 |
| General characteristics | |
| Type | Troopship / Training ship / "Comprehensive support ship" |
| Displacement | 23,200–30,000 tonnes (22,800–29,500 long tons; 25,600–33,100 short tons) (full)[2][1] |
| Length | 196 metres (643 ft)[2][1] |
| Beam | 28 metres (92 ft)[2][1] |
| Capacity | 2,500 support personnel[2][1] |
| Aviation facilities | Medium helicopter deck[2][1] |
The Daguan-class troopship (as designated by NATO) is a class of auxiliary ship in People's Republic of China's People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN).[3] They are used by the Chinese aircraft carrier programme to support sea trials,[1] and to provide berthing, logistical support and training.[4] The ships are classed as "comprehensive support ships" in Chinese.[2]
The first entered service in 2011 in support of the Liaoning aircraft carrier.[1]
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