Ohio SSGN
USA2006 - Present
Converted ballistic missile submarine for guided missile strike
Primary Specifications
Displacement
18750 ton
Massive submarine displacement
Length
171 m
One of world's longest submarines
Max Depth
240 m
Standard operational depth
Armament (Primary)
154 Tomahawk missiles + 66 SEALs
Massive conventional strike and special operations capacity
Crew
159
Large crew plus embarked SEALs
Quick Summary
What it is?
Former ballistic missile submarine converted to carry massive conventional strike power
Who uses it?
US Navy Submarine Force
Role
Conventional strike, Special operations, ISR
What's different?
No other submarine carries 154 cruise missiles; also a SOF platform
Why it matters?
Provides overwhelming conventional strike from concealed platform
Real-World Impact
1
Libya 2011
USS Florida fired over 100 Tomahawks in opening strikes
2
SEAL Operations
Deploying SEALs for covert missions in Middle East
3
Persian Gulf Presence
Forward deployed as deterrent against Iran
4
Syria Strikes
Participated in multiple Syrian strike operations
Additional Features
Propulsion Type
Nuclear (S8G reactor)
Stealth Features
Very quiet for size; anechoic coating
Special Capabilities
Can launch 154 Tomahawks; carries 66 SEALs with two mini-subs; unmatched conventional firepower
FAQs
1. How many Ohio SSGNs exist?
Four: Ohio, Michigan, Florida, Georgia2. Why were they converted?
3. Can they carry nuclear weapons?
4. What happened to the other Ohio subs?
5. Are they being replaced?
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