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.jpg) SS Keystone State (T-ACS-1)
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| Class overview | |
|---|---|
| Name | Keystone State |
| Builders | Various |
| Operators |  United States Navy |
| Built | 1984-1997 |
| Completed | 10 |
| Active | 6 |
| Laid up | 4 |
| General characteristics | |
| Type | Crane Ship |
| Displacement | 26670 tons |
| Length | 610 ft 0 in (95.82 m) |
| Beam | 78 ft 0 in (9.43 m) |
| Draft | 32 ft |
| Propulsion | Steam Turbine, 12,758 SHP |
| Speed | 17 knots |
| Complement | 78 mariners |
The Keystone State-class crane ships are seven auxiliary crane ships of the U.S. Maritime Administration Ready Reserve Force. The ships can be quickly activated to support military sea transportation needs. These self-sustaining ships are useful in ports that have limited, damaged or undeveloped port facilities. When activated, they come under operational control of Military Sealift Command.