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Naval Group details the Blacksword Barracuda’s modular weapons and drone capacity
Naval Group says its conventionally powered Blacksword Barracuda design has six torpedo tubes, capacity for up to 30 heavy weapons and configurable spaces for special forces, sensors and drones.
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The design draws on France’s nuclear-powered Barracuda class but uses lithium-ion batteries developed with Saft. Naval Group says the battery system supports longer submerged operation while the hull and onboard systems reduce acoustic and magnetic signatures.
A crew of about 35 can be supplemented by commandos or technical specialists. The Netherlands selected the design as the basis for four Orka-class submarines, with a supplier network spanning French and Dutch industry.
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