RPK-9 Medvedka
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RPK-9 Medvedka is a modern missile system used to engage submarines. The system comprises 8 missiles each with the small torpedo as the warhead. Currently this system is installed on Steregushchy class corvette
s and will be utilised by the Admiral Sergei Gorshkov class frigate
in the future.
Steregushchy class corvette
The Steregushchy class is the newest class of corvette in the Russian Navy. It was designed by the Almaz Central Marine Design bureau. The first two were designated Project 2038.0 by the Russian Government; subsequent vessels were built to an improved design, Project 20385...
s and will be utilised by the Admiral Sergei Gorshkov class frigate
Admiral Sergei Gorshkov class frigate
The Admiral Gorshkov-class frigates, also known as Project 22350, are a class of frigate of the Russian Navy. They have been designed by the Severnoye Design Bureau, Saint Petersburg, the lead ship being named after Sergey Gorshkov.- Design :...
in the future.
Specifications
- Operational depth: 15–500 m (49.2–1,640.4 )
- Total weight of system (with 8 missiles): 19.4 tonnes (19.1 LT)
- Total weight of system (with 4 missiles): 12 tonnes (11.8 LT)
- Missile weight: 800 kilograms (1,763.7 lb)
- Diameter: 400 millimetres (15.7 in)