Vanguard-class

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The Vanguard-class is a class of ballistic missile submarine operated by the Royal Navy with the designation Ship Submersible Ballistic Nuclear (SSBN). There are currently four Vanguard-class submarines in service and together they provide the United Kingdoms's nuclear deterrent.

Statistics

  • Displacement: 15,980 tons
  • Length: 149.9m
  • Beam: 12.8m
  • Draught: 12m
  • Crew: 135
  • Armament: 16 Trident capable missile tubes, 4 torpedo tubes