These submarines are meant to counter any ambitions the Chinese may have on Siberian resources. Strategically it presents a challenge to defend Pacific Russia in the event of a chaotic war. The Russians would have to control the sea lanes if they hoped to successfully defend a land assault.
Looks like a Victor III
They make lousy subs
Wonder what her noise signature is.
I bet she beats and sings.
It took 21 years to bring to fruition?
Jeezus Louisus.
Why would they target American 'rat nests? American cities do more to destroy America than any attack could.
Cute, Cute but with a large BS factor. At 13,800 tons it can be quiet but not fast. If the shroud over the prop is real then there is not enough prop to make anywhere near 35 knots. And Ivan has yet to work up the nerve to spend real money on sound isolating flex hose or equipment mounts. At best what it might do is block a harbor someplace. But it’s not going to keep up with a supercarrier fleet. I used to build this stuff in a former life and the numbers with respect to what one can shove thru the water and the power required really are carved in naval stone. The fact that Ivan is publicizing the launch smacks more of blufing/crowing than sending an actual message of strength. Like when they gassed up the Bears and made a few passes by Alaska a few years ago.
Looks like a big “immersion” blender...
Does it have a caterpillar drive?
Just between you and me, that can't be the prop of that sub in the picture. They haven't added the prop yet, right?
5.56mm