During the celebration of Army Day 1. August Released the Chinese armed forces previously unreleased videos showing the impressive progress made in recent years.
One of the highlights was the rare view of Inside of the strategic nuclear submarine type 094a of the state broadcaster CCTV, which has attracted international attention.
China’s nuclear submarines are known for extreme secrecy and are rarely displayed to the public. This release marks a remarkable change in the country’s attitude, which suggests a new level of confidence – or the introduction of even more advanced technology.
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Type 094A submarine: a foundation for strategic deterrence
An upgraded version of Type 094, Type 094a submarine stand out with significant improvements within Noise reduction, progress, navigation stability, reactor security and precision in the shooting of Julang-3 rockets. These rockets have enough reach to hit strategic goals globally – including the continental United States.
As of today is the least Six Type 094A units in active operative patrol, and strengthens China’s maritime nuclear deterrence capacity.
Signs of the future: Is Type 096 on the way?
The promoting video “Tackling” suggests that Type 094a may soon be replaced by an even more advanced model, possibly the Strategic nuclear submarine type 096. The public presence of the current model during a technological renewal phase is a strong signal of this.
Secret operations and long missions
Another highlight is the extension of the submarines Patrulje areawith intrusion in areas that were previously inaccessible. With improved silence, these vessels can operate at large depths without being detected.
An interesting tradition that appears in the video is that the crew brings coconuts on board. The fruits sprout and plant at the end of the mission, which suggests that the patrol cycle lasts about 3 months – The average germination period for coconuts. Even in assignments lasting over 100 days, the crew’s health is maintained stable thanks to the on -board technology.
Highest readiness
With six Type 094A submarines in operation, China can ensure that its strategic maritime nuclear strength Is constant in readiness, and operates under a global patrol rotation system and deterrence.
Source and pictures: military.china | CCTV. This content was created with the help of artificial intelligence and reviewed by the editorial team.