Akula-class (Project 971)
Type: Nuclear Attack Submarine
Domain: sea
Country of Origin: Russia
Manufacturer: Sevmash Shipyard
First Deployed: 1984
Overview
Soviet/Russian nuclear-powered attack submarine known for its remarkably low noise levels, which shocked Western navies when first detected. Designed for anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, and intelligence gathering.
Technical Specifications
| beam | 13.6 m |
|---|---|
| crew | 73 |
| depth | 600 m (operating) |
| speed | 35 knots (submerged) |
| length | 113.3 m |
| armament | 4x 533mm + 4x 650mm torpedo tubes, Granat cruise missiles |
| torpedoes | 40 weapons (torpedoes/missiles) |
| unit_cost | $1.5 billion (est.) |
| power_plant | 1x OK-650B PWR nuclear reactor |
| displacement | 12,770 tonnes (submerged) |
Operators
- Russia
- India (leased)
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