I understand the cost implications but having just 6 per fleet would be some what of a thin line.
I am assuming of course the yasen will likely replace the older Victor Sierra and Akula's which numbers run a lot more than 12 from knowledge a total of 16 971's were built along with 4 645's
And with a carrier programme looking to come along in the medium future a CVBG would require a few more nuclear submarine assets
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