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USS KINGSVILLE is the 18th INDEPENDENCE - class Littoral Combat Ship and the first ship in the Navy named after the city Kingsville, Texas.
| General Characteristics: | Awarded: December 14, 2018 |
| Keel laid: February 23, 2022 | |
| Launched: March 23, 2023 | |
| Commissioned: August 24, 2024 | |
| Builder: Austal USA, Mobile, Ala. | |
| Propulsion system: two LM2500 gas turbine engines, two diesel engines, four waterjets | |
| Length: 418 feet (127.5 meters) | |
| Beam: 104 feet (31.5 meters) | |
| Draft: 13 feet (4 meters) | |
| Displacement: approx. 3,104 tons full load | |
| Speed: 47 knots | |
| Armament: one Mk-110 57mm gun, one SeaRAM CIWS | |
| Aircraft: two MH-60 helicopters | |
| Homeport: San Diego, Calif. | |
| Crew: 8 officers, 32 enlisted |
back to top go to the end of the pageback to top go to the end of the pageCrew List:
This section contains the names of sailors who served aboard USS KINGSVILLE. It is no official listing but contains the names of sailors who submitted their information.
back to top go to the end of the pageback to top go to the end of the pageAbout the Ship's Coat of Arms:
The Shield:
Red, white, and blue are the National colors and in this arrangement resemble the state flag of Texas. The "Lone Star" is a symbol of Texas' independent spirit and is representative of the INDEPENDENCE - variant of Littoral Combat Ships. The four jets in flight allude to flight training at Naval Air Station Kingsville and indicate the four waterjets used in the propulsion system of the USS KINGSVILLE (LCS 36).
The Crest:
The wreath adopts the first-named metal and color from the shield and blazon. The Texas bluebonnet is the state flower and symbolizes bravery and sacrifice. American Red cattle are bred at the historic King Ranch to flourish in demanding environments and the proud bull embodies the flexibility and determination of the USS KINGSVILLE (LCS 36) crew. The gold triangle is from the Naval Air Station Kingsville insignia and it's three sides stand for the mission capabilities of the USS KINGSVILLE: mine countermeasures, anti-submarine warfare, and surface warfare missions.
The Supporters:
The crossed Navy officer's sword and enlisted cutlass signify leadership and teamwork.
back to top go to the end of the pageUSS KINGSVILLE Image Gallery:
The photos below were taken by Michael Jenning and show USS KINGSVILLE at Naval Base San Diego, Calif., on October 15, 2024.
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