Type 093
Chinese submarine class
Also known as: Shang
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The Type 093, also known as the Shang class, is a class of nuclear-powered attack submarines developed by China. These submarines are designed to hunt other submarines and can also be equipped with anti-ship missiles.12
The first Type 093 submarine was commissioned in 2006. These vessels displace approximately 6,000 tons when submerged and measure about 110 meters (360 feet) in length. China's strategic objective for these submarines is to assert its naval presence in waters near its coast.12
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