Type 093 submarine

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The Type 093 is a nuclear powered attack submarine class (it is also referred to by the NATO reporting name Shang-class) deployed by the Chinese navy, the PLAN. These boats are expected to replace the older Type 091 (Han-class) SSNs currently in service. It will be armed with various torpedoes, anti-ship missiles and is most likely to carry submarine launched land attack cruise missiles. It is alleged to be comparable in performance to third-generation Victor class submarines.

The lead boat in this class was launched in 2002. It is thought to have a seven-blade asymmetric propeller. Construction of the Type 093 submarines is being conducted at the Bohai Shipyard in Huludao. Six to eight boats are expected to be built.

References

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