Virginia class SSN vs Admiral Gorshkov class
Submarines ยท ๐บ๐ธ United States vs ๐ท๐บ Russia
America's workhorse nuclear attack submarine, quiet enough to hunt in coastal waters, with Block V boats adding 28 more Tomahawk tubes.
Russia's most modern frigate class and the first warship to deploy the Zircon hypersonic anti-ship missile operationally.
Key differences
- Admiral Gorshkov class is faster: 54 vs 46 km/h (+17%).
- Admiral Gorshkov class is cheaper: ~$500M vs ~$3,500M per unit.
- Virginia class SSN is far more numerous: 24+ built vs 4+.
- Admiral Gorshkov class is the newer design (entered service 2018 vs 2004).
Specifications side by side
| Virginia class SSN | Admiral Gorshkov class | |
|---|---|---|
| ๐บ๐ธ United States | Country of origin | ๐ท๐บ Russia |
| 2004 | In service since | 2018 |
| 46 km/h | Top speed | 54 km/h |
| 7,900 t | Weight | 5,400 t |
| 135 | Crew | 210 |
| 12-40 VLS Tomahawk, 4ร 533mm tubes, Mk-48 ADCAP | Armament | 16 UKSK cells: Kalibr, Oniks, Zircon hypersonic; Poliment-Redut SAM |
| ~$3,500M | Unit cost | ~$500M |
| 24+ | Units built | 4+ |
Tables compare stated specifications; real combat outcomes depend on crew training, situation, support and rules of engagement โ not stats alone.