Iranian Submarine

Reaves · 12-03-07, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by swifty

The Ghadiar-Class

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5. – Submarines
Iran has a rapidly expanding submarine fleet has at least three large conventional submarines, and two "mini-subs". Whilst many reports cite North Korean mini-sub technology as a key factor, the designs are essentially home grown.

IMO mini subs are ideal for defending coastal areas. Even one of these could pose a real threat to an invading force. Missile frigates and carriers would be easy targets causing an 'Opertation Shock and Awe' type assault to end in a possible disaster for the attacker.

Iran are simply letting the world know that if you attack them, it's not going to be as easy as 'capturing' Iraq.