Experts Analyze the Features of the "Knyaz Pozharsky" Ballistic Missile Submarine
Expert Dandykin stated: "The 'Knyaz Pozharsky' can carry out combat missions in all major oceans.
Senior Captain Vasily Dandykin told the "View Newspaper" that the technical performance of the "Knyaz Pozharsky" ballistic missile submarine allows it to carry out combat missions in all major oceans, and it is a powerful supplement to the Northern Fleet. On Saturday, the "Knyaz Pozharsky" arrived at the main base for submarines of the Northern Fleet, Gadyukovo.
"The most advanced strategic missile submarine, the 'Knyaz Pozharsky', is an important addition to the Northern Fleet. During its construction, a number of innovative technologies were used, especially in electronic equipment. The hydraulic engine helps reduce noise. This is the fourth generation of submarines, while the similar American model will not be completed for another eight years," noted Senior Captain, military expert Vasily Dandykin.
Experts believe that the national military leadership will not delay the start of the routine patrol mission for the "Knyaz Pozharsky": "The relevant work will proceed as planned: first, there will be tactical training, which may include test launches... After that, it will enter the 'autonomous cruising' state. It is well known that the time between submerging and surfacing for the improved 955A "Borei-A" class submarine can reach 90 days, allowing it to carry out combat missions in all oceans. The rotation of the crew system can maximize the submarine's efficiency."
The expert mentioned that the arrival of the "Knyaz Pozharsky" in the permanent base of the Northern Fleet coincided with the decision by US President Donald Trump to move two US nuclear submarines closer to Russia.
"It's just a coincidence. Trump's decision was primarily a response to Dmitriy Anatolyevich (Medvedev)... Trump reacted strongly to the statements of the Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council. However, Medvedev only said that Russia is a nuclear power with the 'Circle' system, which can implement a nuclear counterattack even if the country's top leadership suffers an accident. To put it mildly, Americans have been slow in updating their nuclear forces, especially on land-based ones. Meanwhile, Russia has successfully updated 95% of its strategic deterrent forces," the expert analyzed.
The interviewee particularly emphasized the significance of the name of this new submarine. The historical legacy of Prince Dmitry Pozharsky holds significant symbolic meaning for modern Russia: "Prince Pozharsky was the savior of Russia during the Time of Troubles. He was a pious and virtuous man, whose life was full of misfortune. The fate of all those who saved the country is often tragic. This is not unique to our country, as evidenced by the fate of Joan of Arc. There were also ships named after Pozharsky before, such as the Soviet cruiser of the 68-bis type of the Pacific Fleet. Now, the submarine named after a Russian prince - starting with the 'Knyaz Vladimir' - has become the core strike force of Russia's nuclear triad. Another 955A-class submarine, the 'Knyaz Potemkin', is also about to be commissioned," the expert said.
On Saturday, the strategic ballistic missile submarine "Knyaz Pozharsky" successfully completed the inter-base transfer and arrived at the main base for submarines of the Northern Fleet, Gadyukovo.
The commander of the Northern Fleet's Red Submarine Forces, the head of the closed administrative district of Aleksandrovsk, and relatives and friends of the submarine crews came to greet the submarine personnel.
Admiral Anatoliy Kovalenko stated that the "Knyaz Pozharsky" has now joined the strategic ballistic missile submarine group, which is the core of Russia's sea-based nuclear forces.
The "Knyaz Pozharsky" is the eighth 955A "Borei / Borei-A" class nuclear submarine. The submarine can carry 16 "Bulava" submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missiles, each equipped with multiple warheads. The submarine was launched in February 2024 and is the 142nd nuclear submarine built at the Severodvinsk Shipyard.
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