Besat-class submarine
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| Class overview | |
|---|---|
| Builders | Marine Industries Organization |
| Operators | Islamic Republic of Iran Navy |
| Preceded by | Ghadir Class |
| General characteristics | |
| Displacement | 1,200 tons |
| Propulsion | Diesel-electric |
| Armament | Torpedoes, Missiles |
Besat class submarine[1] previously known as Qaaem, Qaem, or Ghaaem is an Iranian designed class of submarines currently under construction. On 25 August 2008, Iranian defence minister Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar announced Iran had started building the first ship of the class: Qaaem. The submarine will be capable of carrying and firing various types of torpedoes and undersea missiles.[2][3] According to the Iranian Navy these submarines will weigh 1,200 tons.[4][5] Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said that they would be equipped with torpedoes and naval mines. He also said: "the smart long-range Qaa'em submarine is also capable of carrying out both defensive and offensive operations".[6]
Submarines in the class
| Submarine | Launched | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Besat | Under Construction |
See also
References
- ^ Navy designing new medium heavy class submarines 21 September 2011
- ^ Press TV Iran begins new submarine production 25 August 2008
- ^ reuters Iran launches submarine production line 25 August 2008
- ^ Iran to release Fateh, Besat submarines of own production January 18, 2012
- ^ Fars News Agency آغاز طراحي و ساخت زيردريايي هاي سنگين در ايران September 6, 2008
- ^ Press TV Semi-heavy submarines to protect Iran waters
