Russian submarine Losharik
Russian submarine Losharik (Project 10831) is a nuclear submarine operated by the Russian Navy. Named after a fictional horse from a Russian animated film, the submarine is one of the most secretive vessels in the Russian fleet. It is a deep-diving, small-sized submarine that is believed to be used for special missions.
Design and capabilities[edit | edit source]
The Losharik is a unique design among submarines. It is believed to have a series of interconnected spheres, which provide greater depth resistance, allowing the submarine to dive to depths of up to 6,000 meters. The submarine is powered by a nuclear reactor, which provides it with a virtually unlimited range and endurance.
The exact capabilities of the Losharik are classified, but it is believed to be used for a variety of special missions. These may include deep-sea research, recovery of sunken objects, and possibly even sabotage of undersea infrastructure.
Service history[edit | edit source]
The Losharik was launched in 2003 and has been in service with the Russian Navy since then. It is operated by the Main Directorate of Deep-Sea Research, also known as GUGI, which is responsible for Russia's deep-sea military operations.
In 2019, the Losharik was involved in a serious accident when a fire broke out on board. Fourteen sailors were killed in the incident, which was one of the worst submarine disasters in recent Russian history.
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