How long can a Collins Class stay submerged?
70 days
When fully submerged, a Collins-class submarine can travel 480 nautical miles (890 km; 550 mi) at 4 knots (7.4 km/h; 4.6 mph). Each boat has an endurance of 70 days.
Are Collins class submarines any good?
One of the first submarines to be totally designed by computers, these submarines boast a vast range of features. They include a high performance hull form, highly automated controls, low indiscretion rates, high shock resistance, efficient weapons handling, and an optional air-independent propulsion system.
How many people fit on a Collins class submarine?
HMAS Collins
| Dimensions & Displacement | |
|---|---|
| Range | surfaced: 11,500 nautical miles dived: 400 nautical miles snorting: 9,000 nautical miles |
| Complement | |
| Crew | sailors: 38 officers: 10 plus trainees |
| Propulsion |
How many Collins class submarines do Australia have?
six submarines
There are six submarines in the Collins Class fleet, each named after former Royal Australian Navy personnel who served with distinction: HMAS Collins.
Why does Australia need submarines?
In theory, nuclear submarines’ superior speeds, unlimited endurance and ability to remain submerged indefinitely make them extremely attractive for a country with Australia’s strategic requirements. That’s because of the range and cost of their support systems – which the country does not possess.
How old is the Collins class submarine?
Named for Vice Admiral Sir John Augustine Collins, Collins was laid down in February 1990, and was the only submarine of the class to be partially constructed by Kockums’ Malmo shipyard. The boat was launched in August 1993, but was not completed until ten months later.
Where are Collins Class submarines based?
Western Australia
Based at Fleet Base West in Western Australia, they are a formidable element in Australia’s defence capability. Collins Class submarines HMAS Collins, HMAS Farncomb, HMAS Dechaineux and HMAS Sheean in formation while transiting through Cockburn Sound, Western Australia.