The nuclear-powered cruise missile submarine "Krasnoyarsk" (project 885M "Yasen-M") has arrived at its base in Kamchatka. The submarine has traveled more than 10,000 nautical miles, according to the press service of the Pacific Fleet.
The sailors were solemnly greeted on the shore. According to the press service, the crew of the "Krasnoyarsk" spent about 3 months at sea.
The submarine commander reported to the commander of the Submarine Forces of the Pacific Fleet, Valery Varfolomeev, that the tasks set had been successfully completed. Distinguished servicemen were also awarded at the event.
The construction of the 4th generation SSGN began in 2014. In December 2023, the St. Andrew's flag was raised on board. Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the ceremony in Severodvinsk.
Characteristics of submarines of the "Yasen-M" project:
- Length — 130 m
- Width — 13 m
- Displacement — about 8600 tons (surface), about 13 800 tons (submerged)
- Speed — up to 31 knots (submerged), 16-20 knots (surface)
- Maximum immersion depth — up to 600 m
- Autonomy — about 100 days
- Crew: up to 90 people
Submarines 885M "Yasen-M" are considered the most powerful and modern in the Russian Navy. In the coming years, Russian shipbuilders will build more submarines of this project.
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