Seawolf-class submarines are the stealthiest and most deadly attack submarines. A unique set of electronics is featured on these submarines, including a 24-foot spherical Sonar array, eight 660mm Torpedo Tubes, and a Raytheon AN/BQQ-10V4 sonar processing system. These systems allow the submarine's autonomy against the most formidable threats. These submarines can be equipped with Harpoon antiship missiles, torpedoes and Tomahawk-TLAM cruise missiles. They have a range reach of 130km and can carry 50 bombs, including Gould Mk 48 ADCAP missiles. These are used to destroy high-performance surface ships and deep-diving submarines.
The Seawolf was developed to counter the Soviet threat of advanced ballistic missile submarines. The submarine is capable of reaching depths of as high as 2,000 feet and can cruise at twenty five knots. The US's Seawolf submarine is the first to use a pump jet propulsion system. It is quieter than propeller driven boats.
The Seawolf class submarines' hulls are made of a high-strength alloy steel. The steel is two inches thick, and is designed to withstand water pressure at greater depths. A double-deck, eight-tube torpedo chamber is included in the submarine's construction. These submarines can carry 100 marine mines and 50 torpedoes.
The Electric Boat Division in Connecticut, General Dynamics was responsible for ordering the first Seawolf submarines. The first Seawolf was commissioned in July 1997. The submarine was later downsized to three submarines, and was renamed the USS Jimmy Carter. The submarine was modified for better underwater maneuverability. It was launched in June 2004.
The need for Seawolf-class submarines was evident after the collapse of the Soviet Union. The Soviet Union, who had the largest submarine fleet in the entire world, was now less powerful and unable to produce submarines capable for reaching the United States. The Seawolf, a quiet sub-sonic submarine, was needed. The submarine was designed to work autonomously against some of the most formidable and powerful threats in the world. The submarine's BSY-2 battle system allowed it the ability to engage multiple targets simultaneously.
Seawolf submarines have the ability to carry a variety of torpedoes. This includes Gould’s Mk48 ADCAP torpedoes as well Tomahawk TLM cruise missiles and Harpoon antiship rockets. The submarine has a two-way satellite connection that allows for the transmission battle damage indicator imagery and can be reprogrammed during flight.
The Seawolf sub-sea submarine was the first American submarine design for more than 30 years. It was built to counter the Soviet threat and to be able to operate independently against the most formidable threats in the world. The submarine was originally intended to target Vladivostok. Seawolf's construction was halted by the collapse of Soviet Union. The Seawolf's primary mission was to counter Soviet aggression, but it also conducted special operations in Europe. It briefly visited Tronjordan.
The Seawolf-class submarines, which cost over $3 billion per boat, are the most expensive submarines on the planet. In addition, the submarines are the fastest, most maneuverable, and most deadly attack submarines in the world. They can handle multiple targets simultaneously due to their high-performance missiles, heavy weapons loads, and robust electronics. They can carry fifty torpedoes, including Gould's mk48 ADCAP torpedoes, Tomahawk cruise missiles, and Harpoon anti-ship weapons.