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nimitz
Picture: Naval Historical Center |

2. Nimitz Class — Aircraft Carrier; United States
Displacement: 97,000 tons
Propulsion: Two nuclear reactors driving four turbines producing 260000 hp 
Speed: 30 knots  
Range: Unlimited
Protection: None
Principal Armament: 85 aircraft
Crew: 5,680
Service Length: 1975-present

Watch video of a Nimitz Class — Aircraft Carrier in action.


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