Editing LCM-8 (section)

===Replacement===
{{Main article|Maneuver Support Vessel (Light)}}

The U.S. Army plans to replace the LCM-8 with the Maneuver Support Vessel (Light) (MSV(L)).  Two dozen boats are planned that will be larger and faster, with a longer range and twice the capacity over Mike Boats.  The MSV(L) will be roughly {{convert|100|ft|m}} long, with a draft of less than four feet, a speed of 18 knots and the capacity to carry either an [[M1 Abrams]] tank, two [[Stryker]]s with add-on armor, or four [[Joint Light Tactical Vehicle]]s.  It also may be used in defended waters, being fitted with a subsurface surveillance device, protection from small arms fire, two [[Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station]]s, and mitigated detection through reduction of thermal and [[acoustic signature]].  Testing of the new vessel is to take place until 2019.<ref>[http://www.defensenews.com/story/defense/2015/08/26/us-army-choose-new-landing-craft-next-year/32424371/ US Army To Choose New Landing Craft Next Year] - Defensenews.com, 27 August 2015</ref> In September 2017, [[Vigor Shipyards]] was awarded a nearly $1 billion contract for the MSV(L), which is planned for completion in 2027.<ref>[https://www.defensenews.com/breaking-news/2017/09/28/army-awards-billion-dollar-contract-for-small-transportation-boats/ Army awards billion-dollar contract for 100-foot landing ships] - Defensenews.com, 29 September 2017</ref>