There are two classifications of craft: amphibious warfare ships which are built to cross oceans, and landing craft, which are designed to take troops from ship to shore in an invasion.

• 两栖舰艇分为两大类：两栖舰船主要用于登陆部队的远洋输送。两栖艇主要用于将登陆部队从船上输送到岸上。