7 Most Dangerous Submarines
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Let's face it - there's few things about the ocean more cool than submarines - these diving,
vessels are some of the coolest inventions to come about from the world of sea technology.
Typically used for defense and deterrent purposes, submarines can both hover above the surface
of the sea and plunge deep into the infinite depths of the ocean water below - making them
an extremely effective tool for lethally (and silently) attacking opponents. Today, let's
take a look at the seven most intimidating submarines.
Number seven - the Rubis-class
First coming into commission after directly succeeding the Daphné class on February
23, 1983 - this first-generation nuclear attack submarine is six vessels strong (and one of
the French Navy's most impressive weapons). Boasting the unique title of "most compact
nuclear attack submarine(s)", these subs take their names from gemstones - adding a whole
new level of "solid as a rock" construction. With a central computer system that handles
the processing of intel, the firing of its torpedo tubes and anti-ship missiles AND advanced
submarine detection systems - these six subs are more than capable of delivering some devastating
blows to any of its targets. They're all still in commission today.
Number six - the Sierra-class
Otherwise known as the Sierra I and II class or Project 945 - this Russian nuclear submarine
is a bastard, all right. Dating back to the early 1980s, the (then) Soviet Union designed
and manufactured this class of sub to enable a greater diving depth, operate with a lower
level of radiated noise and be stronger and more resilient to torpedo attacks. Powered
by a single OK-650 pressurized water reactor, the Sierra I (and subsequently Sierra II)
have surpassed its Western counterparts by featuring a smaller turning circle than ANY
other submarine - while also being faster and capable of diving deeper than American
builds. How fast? This bad boy can get up to 34 knots. In submarine terms - that's super
zippy.
Number five - the Trafalgar-class
Serving as a direct successor to the Swiftsure class, these nuclear-powered fleet submarines have
been in service with the UK's Royal Navy since 1983. Like most royal subs, the seven boats
that comprise the Trafalgar-class were built during the Cold War at Barrow-in-Furness shipyard,
from 1977–1986 and cost a whopping £200M per boat - and that figure was from the 80s!
Although 3 of the 7 boats are now retired, the remaining four are still in service, but
are being gradually phased out in favor of the Astute-class (we'll get to them in a moment).
Moving at speeds of 30 knots - it's able to hold Spearfish torpedoes, Harpoon anti-surface
missiles, five torpedo tubes, Tomahawk cruise missiles and Sonar 2076. Whew.
Number four - the Astute Class.
While we're on the subject of the United Kingdom's water-based defense and attack power, let's
move right along to the direct successor to our number 5 spot - which just happens to
be the largest and most powerful submarine in the UK Navy to both carry and fight with
nuclear weapons. Seriously - this thing doesn't mess around. With unlimited range and an endurance
time of 90 days, it's one knot slower than the Trafalgar-class - but its ability to work
against pressurized water makes this a superior upgrade to the Royal Navy's fleet. Here's
the kicker - this massively intimidating vessel is one of a kind - there's plans to manufacture
five more units, but at the moment - only a single, solitary one traverses the sea.
Number three - the Shang-class.
More commonly referred to as the Type 093 / Type 093G submarine, the Shang-class has
been in commission by the People's Liberation Army Navy since 2006. With a vertical launching
system (or, VLS) for YJ-18 supersonic anti-ship missiles - the craft's recent upgrades also
include anti-ship variants of the CJ-10 cruise missile and capabilities to house six torpedo
tubes. Three units travel through the water currently - although there's plan to build
more of these subs that feature unlimited range, an endurance length of 80 days and
an impressive speed ceiling of 35 knots. You can't argue with quickness when it comes to
submarine features - and this one definitely does NOT disappoint.
Number two - the Akula-class
First deployed by the Soviet Navy in 1986, the Project 971 is a nuclear-powered attack
submarine that's also commonly referred to as "Bars" (which translates to "snow leopard").
Made for over a billion and a half dollars each, these 15 subs caused a Western panic
when the first was unveiled in 1985 (as intelligence agencies did not predict such an advanced
piece of equipment to be produced by the Soviet Union until well into the 1990s). In other
words - this thing is mean as hell. It boasts infinite range, an insane endurance time of
100 days and four torpedo tubes that are capable of storing and launching 40 missiles or 43
mines. To the day, it's still a technological achievement of impressive greatness.
Number one - the Virginia-class
This class of nuclear-powered fast attack submarines has been in service with the United
States Navy since 2004 - but it isn't just a US favorite, it's a clear winner in the
all-around "badass" category. Featuring the latest and greatest technology of them all,
the Virginia class (which is also known as the SSN-774 class) is so sturdy, it's been
predicted that many of the 13 that are already built (along with the 48 more that are planned)
will be fully operational through the year 2070. Armed with 4 bow tubes that hold MK48
torpedoes, 12 VLS tubes for Tomahawks and 38 additional torpedoes and missiles - it
isn't just heavily armed, it features infinite range, impressive endurance and outstanding
intelligence. This - is the real deal.
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