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Sea Demon · 10-11-05, 11:00 PM

The 688(I) SSN is a fast attack nuclear submarine. But it also carries cruise missiles in the VLS configuration. Why isn't the 688(I) also considered an SSGN if it is cruise missile capable? In fact, many of it's missions are primary land strike via Tomahawks. During the Cold War, 688(I)'s could have done the exact same mission as an OSCAR with TASM's. So what's the deal?

Just wondering.

Sea Demon

10-11-05, 11:00 PM	#1
Sea Demon Ocean Warrior Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: USA Posts: 2,552 Downloads: 33 Uploads: 0	688(I) experts / Question The 688(I) SSN is a fast attack nuclear submarine. But it also carries cruise missiles in the VLS configuration. Why isn't the 688(I) also considered an SSGN if it is cruise missile capable? In fact, many of it's missions are primary land strike via Tomahawks. During the Cold War, 688(I)'s could have done the exact same mission as an OSCAR with TASM's. So what's the deal? Just wondering. Sea Demon