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News: Pakistan has inducted its first Hangor-class submarine into the navy, marking a major step in its maritime capability upgrade program.
About Pakistan’s First Hangor-class Submarine
- It is Pakistan’s first advanced submarine inducted under an agreement with China to modernize naval capabilities.
- Designed by: The submarine is based on China’s Type 039A design.
- Built under a contract: It is built under an agreement between Pakistan and China for acquiring eight Hangor-class submarines.
- Naming: The name “Hangor” refers to a submarine that sank INS Khukri during the 1971 conflict.
- Key Features:
- Speed and Mobility: It can achieve a speed of about 20 knots, which allows effective movement in operational areas.
- Displacement and Size: It has an estimated surfaced displacement of about 2,800 tons and a length of around 76 meters.
- Crew Capacity: It carries a crew of around 36 personnel, ensuring operational efficiency during missions.
- Armament capability: It carries six 533 mm torpedo tubes capable of deploying torpedoes and anti-ship cruise missiles for multi-role missions.
- Advanced propulsion system: It uses diesel-electric propulsion integrated with air-independent propulsion (AIP) to extend underwater endurance beyond conventional limits.
- Advanced Sensors: It has advanced sensors that improve detection and surveillance capability.
- Operational Role: It is designed to secure vital sea lanes and protect maritime interests.
