Astute-class Submarine
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Propulsion | Rolls-Royce PWR |
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Cost | Over £1. 65 billion per boat (~ $2 billion) (2015 est. ) |
Building | 3 |
Built | 2001–present |
Speed | 32 kn (59 km/h; 37 mph), submerged |
Operators | Royal Navy |
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ID | 2607144 |
About Astute-class Submarine
The Astute class is the latest class of nuclear-powered fleet submarines in service with the Royal Navy. The class sets a new standard for the Royal Navy in terms of weapons load, communication facilities and stealth. The boats are being constructed by BAE Systems Maritime – Submarines at Barrow-in-Furness.