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The Barracuda class (or Suffren class) is a class of nuclear attack submarines, designed by the French shipbuilder Naval Group (formerly known as DCNS and DCN) for the French Navy. It is intended to replace the Rubis -class submarines.
Jul 24, 2023 · As a key component of the French Navy’s submarine modernisation program, the Barracuda-class submarines are expected to redefine the nation’s defence capabilities and bolster its maritime presence.
Jan 27, 2020 · On July 12, 2019, French president Emmanuel Macron celebrated the imminent launch of France’s first new nuclear-powered submarine in over a decade—the Barracuda-class vessel Suffren. A few weeks later on August 1, the Suffren finally took to the water as its drydock in Cherbourg, France, was flooded.
Apr 25, 2007 · Barracuda is a new class of six nuclear-powered attack submarines for the French Navy, replacing the Rubis and Amethyst classes. The submarines have a displacement of 4,100t, a speed of 25kt, a diving depth of 350m and a range of stealth and missile weapons.
Jul 20, 2023 · The "Tourville" is the third Suffren-class SSN, part of a series of six nuclear-powered attack submarines for the French Navy. It will have a deep strike capability, a hybrid propulsion system and a crew of 63 plus commandos.
Jul 21, 2023 · The Tourville is the third of six SSNs in the Barracuda class, a program of excellence for the French Navy. It will provide deep strike capability, discreet deployment of Special Forces and hybrid propulsion with a pressurised water reactor.
Sep 11, 2020 · The French Navy’s new nuclear attack submarine is versatile, mobile, enduring and quick to deploy. Missions: all areas of warfare, support for deterrence, deep strikes, extended area ...
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