Russia's New 'Khabarovsk' Nuclear-Capable Submarine Explained
Summary
Russia has launched a new submarine called the Khabarovsk, which can carry powerful nuclear-capable Poseidon torpedoes. This submarine is part of Russia's effort to upgrade its nuclear weapons systems and is designed to operate undetected in deep waters.Key Facts
- Russia introduced the new Khabarovsk submarine, capable of carrying Poseidon torpedoes.
- Poseidon torpedoes are nuclear-powered and intended to create large, destructive tsunamis.
- The Khabarovsk is the second submarine able to carry these Poseidon drones.
- This submarine is part of Russia's next-generation weapons announced by President Vladimir Putin in 2018.
- Khabarovsk is based on the Borei class of submarines, designed to remain hidden underwater.
- The U.S. Navy does not have a direct equivalent to Russia's Khabarovsk submarine.
- The Khabarovsk is slightly smaller than the Belgorod, the first submarine able to carry Poseidon torpedoes.
- Its launch was delayed due to factors like the COVID-19 pandemic and the design changes related to the Ukraine conflict.
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