Russia Building New Class of Submarines

Russia — A source in the Russian Defense Ministry tells Russian news agency ITAR-TASS that Russia is building at least six Severodvinsk-class multipurpose nuclear-powered submarines. These subs carry long-range cruise missiles designed to strike aircraft carriers. The first Severodvinsk is scheduled for service by 2011 and the remaining boats will be built by 2017, according to the source.

Russia currently is also preparing for sea trials of its newest Borey-class strategic nuclear submarine. The fourth-generation Yury Dolgoruky was supposed to ready to go to sea late last year, but trials had to be postponed until this spring. The Yury Dolgoruky is now in the water and being tested in port. Russia plans to build at least three Borey-class subs.

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