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

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

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.

See also

• List of submarine classes in service
• List of submarine incidents since 2000