Triple the Firepower: Inside the Virginia-Class Block VI ‘Super’ Submarine
© Norfolk, Va. (Aug. 22, 2006) – Sailors stationed aboard the Pre Commissioning Unit (PCU) Texas (SSN 775) stand topside as she gets underway from Naval Station Norfolk.
Key Points and Summary - The U.S. Navy's upcoming Virginia-class Block VI submarines represent a significant leap in undersea warfare, designed to ensure continued maritime dominance.
-The centerpiece of this upgrade is the Virginia Payload Module (VPM), an 84-foot section that triples the submarine's Tomahawk cruise missile capacity from 12 to 40.
-This massive increase in firepower is crucial to replacing the capability of four retiring Ohio-class guided-missile submarines.
-The Block VI will also feature enhanced stealth, advanced sonar, and new "seabed warfare" capabilities, making it a cornerstone of future naval strategy.
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