2TM Class, Japanese Tankers

Specifications:

The 2TMs were standardized oilers. They were designed for mass production rather than commercial economy, like the American Liberty Ships. The ships therefore had a reduced number of transverse frames (weakening their hulls) and no double bottom compartments. Again, as with their American equivalents, special yards were set up for their construction.

These slow, fragile ships proved easy prey for submarine attack.

Production Schedule:

References:

Jentschura, Jung, and Mickel (1977)

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