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3. British Astute Class Submarine

Manufacturer: Maritime Submarines of BAE Systems Main Users: The Royal Navy Cost: $2 billion* for the unit and $14 billion* for the program in FY2015 The UK's Royal Navy now operates submarines of the Astute class, which is the newest model. These SSNs are equipped with armament payloads, enhanced communications facilities, and stealth capabilities. At Barrow-in-Furness, BAE Systems Maritime Submarines is building the Astute class. Three are now in use, while seven are planned.

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Wikimedia.org/Astute Class Submarine (UK) ©Crown Copyright 2012 Astute spans more than 318 feet. It is equipped with a Raytheon Successor IFF, an Atlas DESO 25 echo-sounder, and Thales sonar. Up to 38 armaments, including Tomahawk Block IV cruise missiles and Spearfish heavyweight torpedoes, can be stored inside. The Astute class's test depth is more than 984 feet. The reactor was constructed by luxury vehicle manufacturer Rolls-Royce.