With a submerged displacement of 48,000 t (47,000 long tons), [4] the Typhoons are the largest submarines ever built, [7] able to accommodate comfortable living facilities for the crew of 160 …

Dec 24, 2025 · The result was what many people still describe as the largest submarine ever put to sea. Officially known in Russia as Project 941 Akula (which actually means “Shark”), the …

Commissioned in the early 1980s, the Typhoon-class, known in Russia as Project 941 Akula, emerged directly from Cold War nuclear rivalry. At over 48,000 tons, the Soviet Union’s …

Aug 21, 2024 · With a displacement of 48,000 tons, a length of 175 meters (nearly 600 feet), a 23-meter beam, and a 12-meter draught, the Typhoon-class were the largest submarines ever built.

May 8, 2024 · Today, submarines are an essential part of any country’s naval fleet. Listed in this article are the top 10 submarines in the world, ranked according to their lengths.

Which is the largest submarine in the world? Considering the decommissioning of the last Typhoon-class submarine in 2023, the Belgorod is the world’s largest operational submarine.

Sep 15, 2025 · Discover the 11 biggest submarines in the world. From Russia’s Typhoon-class to the U.S. Ohio-class, explore their size, power, and naval dominance.

The Typhoon Class submarines, also known as Project 941 ‘Akula’ by NATO, hold the distinction of being the biggest submarines ever built. These giants of the deep were designed and …

Apr 19, 2025 · Among the many engineering marvels of the Cold War era, none have captured the imagination—or commanded as much awe—as the Typhoon-class submarines. Built by …

Apr 7, 2025 · A look at the sheer scale, history, and evolution of 10 of the biggest military submarines ever made, from early experiments to nuclear giants.