Oshun-class submarine
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| Class overview | |
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| Name: | Oshun class |
| Builders: | Vega Industries |
| Operators: |
 Imperial Orinese Navy |
| Planned: | Unknown |
| Building: | 1 (2016–2023) |
| Completed: | 1 (2023–present) |
| Active: | 1 |
| General characteristics | |
| Type: | Submersible aviation cruiser[a] |
| Displacement: | 48,000 tonnes (47,000 long tons) |
| Length: | 175 metres (574 ft) |
| Beam: | 23 metres (75 ft) |
| Draught: | 12 metres (39 ft) |
| Propulsion: | Nuclear (details classified) |
| Range: | Unlimited |
| Complement: | 123 |
| Armament: | Long-range ballistic missiles (details classified) |
| Notes: | Stealth features, support for long-duration drone operations |
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The Oshun-class is a type of nuclear-powered submersible aviation cruiser produced and operated by the Imperial Orinese Navy. The class was publicly revealed during the Entente of Oriental States (EOS) Fleet Week in 2023.[2] The Grand Admiral of the Imperial Orinese Navy, Mario Ramius, made the announcement, although further details about the submarine remain classified.
Description
Due to the classified nature of the Oshun-class submarine, specific details regarding its dimensions and specifications remain unverified. However, estimates suggest the following potential dimensions for the class:[b]
- Length: Approximately 175 metres (574 ft)
- Beam: Approximately 23 metres (75 ft)
- Draught: Approximately 12 metres (39 ft)
- Displacement: Approximately 48,000 tonnes (47,000 long tons)
It is important to note that these figures are speculative and subject to verification as more information becomes available. The Imperial Orinese Navy has not disclosed comprehensive specifications, which contributes to ongoing interest and analysis regarding the capabilities and design of the Oshun-class submarine. As further details about the Oshun-class become available, it is expected that more precise specifications will be released to provide a clearer understanding of its capabilities and design.
Characteristics
Propulsion
The Oshun-class submarine is designed with a range of advanced capabilities that enhance its operational effectiveness and strategic value within the Imperial Orinese Navy. Central to its design is nuclear propulsion, which not only provides the submarine with virtually unlimited range and endurance but also enables it to operate at high speeds while submerged, making it a formidable asset in maritime operations. The specifics of this and other capabilities remain undisclosed due to the submarine's classified status.
Design and construction
One of the key features of the Oshun-class is its stealth technology. The Orinese Grand Admiral Mario Ramius suggested that the Oshun-class possesses advanced stealth features.[2] This may include a submarine hull design optimised for reduced acoustic signatures, advanced materials that absorb sonar waves, and systems that minimise electromagnetic emissions. These characteristics could allow the submarine to operate undetected in hostile environments, significantly enhancing its survivability and mission success rate.
Weapons and systems
In addition to stealth, the Oshun-class is supposedly equipped with medium-range or long-range submarine-launched ballistic missile capabilities.[2] Although specific details about the missile systems remain classified, it is believed that these missiles can be launched from a submerged position, allowing for surprise strikes against land-based targets. This capability positions the Oshun-class as a strategic deterrent, capable of delivering significant firepower from concealed locations.
The submarine also said to feature state-of-the-art underwater surveillance systems.[2] These systems may be used to gather intelligence on enemy movements and activities, contributing to situational awareness during missions. The integration of advanced sonar and sensor technologies could enable the Oshun-class to detect and track other vessels and submarines, as well as monitor underwater environments effectively.
Moreover, the Oshun-class is anticipated to support extended drone operations, as hinted by Ramius.[2] This capability would allow for the deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), which may conduct reconnaissance missions or engage in the combat operations process without exposing the submarine itself to risk. The ability to launch and recover drones while submerged could expand the operational scope of the submarine, enabling it to gather intelligence or strike targets at greater distances than traditional naval platforms.
Service history
Following its announcement at the 2023 EOS Fleet Week, the Oshun-class submarine is believed to be in active service with the Imperial Orinese Navy.[1] However, specific details about its service history are not yet available to the public.[3] Despite its recent unveiling, comprehensive information about the Oshun-class's operational deployments, missions, or engagements remains classified. Analysts speculate that its introduction into service may signify a shift in naval strategy for the Imperial Orinese Navy, focusing on enhanced deterrence capabilities and advanced maritime warfare technologies. As such, monitoring its development and operational history will be crucial for understanding its impact on regional and global security dynamics.
Controversies
The Oshun-class submarine was first mentioned in a blog post in 2016, where an anonymous source leaked supposed designs of the vessel.[4] The blogger claimed that the submarine was designed to cause “devastating damage to a country's territory” and render “wide areas of radioactive contamination.” The Imperial Orinese Defence Force did not comment on this claim at the time.
With the public revelation of the Oshun-class in 2023, concerns about its potential for massive destruction have resurfaced. Critics argue that the submarine represents an escalation in maritime power dynamics and could pose a significant threat to global security.[5] The Imperial Orinese Navy has not responded to these criticisms as of now.
See also
Footnotes
- ↑ OOC. Minor inspiration was sourced from the Alicorn of Ace Combat. No features were copied. The Oshun is much smaller than the Alicorn, and can only handle drones, not full-scale fight aircraft.
- ↑ OOC. Based on the Russian Typhoon-class submarine.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 EOS Fleet Week 1-7 July 2023 (20 May 2023 – 8 July 2023)
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 EOS Fleet Week 2023, Lecture series on the future of maritime technology (6 July 2023)
- ↑ IODF Press Release, Biannual naval parade observed by Empress Joni I (24 April 2019)
- ↑ Big Story News, Secret submarine plans have been leaked on the internet by a blogger (1 February 2016)
- ↑ Big Story News, Orinese Oshun: oceanic omen? (9 July 2023)
