Yasen-M Class (Project 885M)

Overview

The Yasen-M (Project 885M) is Russia's most capable nuclear-powered guided missile submarine (SSGN). Displacing ~13,800 tonnes submerged, it carries 32 missiles in 8× 4-cell vertical launchers including 3M-14 Kalibr (land attack, 1,500+ km), P-800 Oniks (anti-ship, 600 km), and 3M22 Zircon (hypersonic, 1,000+ km). The spherical bow sonar and towed array sonar provide advanced detection. Acoustic signature has been described by Western analysts as significantly quieter than Akula class. Current fleet of ~5 hulls (2 Project 885, 3 Project 885M) with additional units under construction. Used for strategic land-attack, anti-carrier, and ISR missions.

Operators

• Russia

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