How big is an Akula class submarine?
The first, Viper, was commissioned in 1995, the second, Nerpa, in December 2000 and the third, Gepard, in August 2001. The Akula II submarines are 110m long and displace up to 12,770t. They have a maximum speed of 35kt submerged and a maximum diving depth of 600m.
What is the most powerful nuclear submarine?
The Ohio class of nuclear-powered submarines includes the United States Navy’s 14 ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs) and its four cruise missile submarines (SSGNs). Each displacing 18,750 tons submerged, the Ohio-class boats are the largest submarines ever built for the U.S. Navy.
How many Akula class submarines are there in India?
Planned
| Class | Displacement |
|---|---|
| Nuclear submarines (10) | |
| Project 75 Alpha | 6,000 tonnes |
| Akula class | 12,770 tonnes |
| Diesel-electric submarines (6) |
Which country has many submarines?
Submarines by Country 2021
| Country | # Submarines (GFP) | # Submarines (Al Jazeera) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 68 | 68 |
| Russia | 64 | 49 |
| North Korea | 36 | 71 |
| Iran | 29 | 17 |
How many classes are in Akula?
Akula-class submarine
| Class overview | |
|---|---|
| In commission | 1984–present |
| Planned | 20 |
| Completed | 15 |
| Cancelled | 5 |
What is the design of the Akula submarine?
The Akula submarine design is under constant upgrade. The Russian Navy has 16 Bars Class project 971 submarines known in the West as the Akula Class. The Akula can launch a range of anti-submarine and anti-surface vessel torpedoes. The Akula submarine has a double-hulled configuration with a distinctive high aft fin.
What kind of reactor does an Akula have?
Bratsk and subsequent submarines have reactor coolant scoops similar to the short ones on the Oscar IIs (the Typhoon, Akula and Oscar classes use the similar OK-650 reactor). The six Akula s of this class are all thought to be in service.
What is the difference between the Akula I and Akula II?
The improved Akula I and Akula II are also designated as Project 971U and Project 971A respectively. The Akula Class submarine was deployed for the first time in 1986 by the Soviet Navy. Three Akula II submarines, with hull length extended by 4m and advanced machinery-quietening technology, have been built.
How many Akula class submarines will India get from Russia?
The Indian navy already has two Akula class submarines from Russia on lease –the first had come in 1998 for a three-year period; followed by a second INS Chakra was taken on lease in 2012 for a period of 10 years, which is expiring in 2022 as was reported by Financial Express Online earlier.