The ''Hiuchi'' class support ship is designed to provide Auxiliary Multi-purpose Support (AMS) for the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). The ''Hiuchi'' AMS class replaced the Auxiliary Service Utility class (ASU). The primary mission of these vessels is to support training exercises of other ships, including shooting practice and torpedo launching practice.

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AMS Hiuchi Class
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Ships in the class

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References

* Werth, Eric. (2007). ''Naval Institute Guide to Combat Fleets of the World: Their Ships, Aircraft, and Systems.'' Annapolis: Naval Institute Press. ;

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