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U.S. Navy Virginia-Class vs. Astute-Class: Which Submarine Is the Best on Earth?

Key Points and Summary - A comparison between the UK's Astute-class and the U.S. Virginia-class Block IV nuclear attack submarines reveals two highly capable but distinct designs shaped by national ...
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The Astute-Class Submarine Has A Message for NATO and the Russian Navy

Key Points and Summary - The Royal Navy's Astute-class is arguably the most advanced hunter-killer submarine ever built in the UK. -This 7,400-ton nuclear-powered "ghost" is a master of stealth, using ...
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How many nuclear submarines does the UK have – and are they ready for war?

Britain will build up to 12 new nuclear-powered submarines, Sir Keir Starmer will announce as he unveils his much-anticipated defence review. In a bid to “ensure the UK rises to the challenge” of ...
The National Interest

Royal Navy Commissions New Astute-class Attack Submarine

The newest sub in service of the Royal Navy is part of the Astute class of fast attack submarines. Fast attack submarines, like the HMS Agamemnon, are designed to wreak havoc on enemy shipping during ...
The National Interest

The UK Royal Navy Upgrades Its Deadliest Submarine

The Royal Navy’s HMS Astute begins a years-long overhaul after 15 years of service, highlighting the Astute-class subs’ global capabilities, stealth, and enduring importance in Britain’s ...
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First UK Astute-class SSN enters refit

HMS Astute arrives at HMNB Devonport ahead of starting its Mid Life Re-Validation Period. (Crown Copyright) The first of the UK Royal Navy's (RN's) Astute-class ...