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Franz-Stefan Gady, The Diplomat: China's 'New' Carrier Killer Subs
Armed with a new supersonic missile, these upgraded boats could spell trouble for US carriers in Asian waters.
The Chinese Navy in in the process of commissioning three new nuclear-powered attack submarines, according to China Daily. The report, quoted on the website Defense Tech, furthermore notes that the new vessels will be equipped with a new vertical launching system capable of firing supersonic anti-ship missiles.
The “new” SSNs are in fact, upgraded versions of the Type-093 Shang-class second-generation nuclear-powered attack submarines, two of which are currently in service in the People’s Liberation Army Navy. The upgrades are designated Type-093G.
More News On China Commissioning 3 New Nuclear Attack Submarines
Navy to get 3 new nuclear subs -- China Daily
China reportedly completes 3 advanced nuclear attack subs -- RT
Chinese navy prepares to launch three new and upgraded nuclear submarines -- The Independent
China's Navy Unveils 3 New, Improved Nuclear Attack Submarines -- HNGN
China Commissioning Three New Attack Submarines -- Maritime Executive
4 More Chinese Weapons of War the U.S. Navy Should Fear -- Dave Majumdar, National Interest
1 comment:
When were subs not carrier killers?
The only question is do they have a 33% chance a 41% change, etc.
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