An advanced sonar system must be used. Since Dongfang's is more advanced, it is natural to use Dongfang's. Anyway, this ship is also a modified experimental model, and Da Mao can still afford the price of one.
"Okay, then in order to cooperate with our sonar, the entire combat command system should also be replaced with our model. Of course, your original system will also work, but it will be slower and may delay fighter jets."
"How fast is your combat command system?"
"From the time the target is discovered to the time of attack, it takes up to three seconds."
The people present were shocked again.
The Type 949 submarine was designed in the 1970s and 1980s. The performance of the combat command system is very low. This time takes at least thirty seconds. The Type 885 attack nuclear submarine is the most advanced nuclear submarine they currently have. The combat command system is led by Ruby Design Bureau.
Jointly developed by the "Innovator" Design Bureau, 52 Design Bureau, and 28 Research Institute, it reflects the highest level of their work. It takes more than ten seconds from identifying the target to attacking!
Eastern technology is a whole generation ahead of them.
The shorter this time is, the harder it will be for the enemy to escape, so what else is there to say.
Change, must change!
"The most threatening thing about the Type 949A nuclear submarine is the anti-ship missile launchers on both sides. You plan to modify this device yourself, so we will not participate. We have also reserved enough space for these supporting control devices.
, you can install it yourself during modification and then debug it yourself."
"You have to install a lot of equipment, right? Is there any extra space inside?"
"Of course." Wang Guangrong said: "Our system is highly integrated and small in size. After installation, it only uses half of the original equipment space, and the remaining space is given to you."
Eastern technology is so advanced!
Everyone present was very moved.
"Actually, if you can hand over the weapon data to us, we can completely integrate it into the combat command system. Your equipment will not need to be installed, and the interior of the submarine can be made more spacious. Of course, this is voluntary. If you
If you don’t want to, we won’t force it.”
"this……"
Everyone present was confused again. They already had a sonar system and a combat command system. It would be a waste if they tried another one. However, they couldn't tell the Easterners the secrets of their weapons. They were really confused.
"We'll talk about this later. Let's introduce other modifications first." Nicholas waved his hand.
"Okay, let's continue the introduction. Next is the power system. After our careful analysis, we believe that if we want to improve the performance of the Type 949 nuclear submarine, the transformation of this power system is very critical. This time we need to cut the power compartment and replace the nuclear fuel, so
, we simply make a major modification, remove all the main reduction gears and drive shafts at the back, stuff our generator inside, and change the submarine into a comprehensive electric system, which can also drive the pump-jet thruster at the back."
Some of the people present have heard of it, and some have not heard of it yet, but no matter who they are, they are all in high spirits at this time.
The most advanced drive system!
"Removing the reduction gear and drive shaft can effectively reduce noise and vibration. Coupled with the use of pump jet propulsion at the tail, the overall noise can be reduced by at least 10 decibels. Of course, the specific amount will have to wait for future sea trials."
Although the Type 949 nuclear submarine has used various means to reduce noise, due to limitations of the times, its navigation noise is around 120 decibels, which is relatively loud.
Now it has been reduced by ten decibels, which is 110 decibels. This noise is actually not too small, but it is already very good compared to the past!
Lao Maozi's 955 nuclear submarine still has a noise of 108 decibels. It is very difficult to reduce it to below 100 decibels.
"Change, it must be changed! Anyway, it is a test submarine. We can see how effective this improvement is, and it can also be used on our own submarines!"
Lao Maozi's 955 nuclear submarine is still waiting to be improved. As long as the reliability of the advanced technology is verified on this submarine, it can naturally be transplanted and the cost can be reduced.
"Since everyone agrees with the improvement plan, then we should make a quotation." Wang Guangrong continued: "Among them, the cost of sonar is 80 million US dollars, the combat command system is 40 million US dollars, and the power system transformation is 70 million US dollars.
Ten million U.S. dollars, plus another 20 million U.S. dollars for hull inspection, life extension, etc., the overall cost is 210 million U.S. dollars. Based on our friendly relationship, this fraction will be wiped off for you and give us 200 million U.S. dollars.
Dollars will do.”
"So expensive?"
"If you don't change anything and still use the original things, and we just help replace the nuclear fuel, inspect and extend the life of the entire submarine, it can be controlled at US$40 million. You should know that our Mingzhou Group is
We are doing big business, but this project of yours is a bit small for us."
After Wang Guangrong finished speaking, he glanced at Nicholas.
The meaning is obvious. If it weren't for Nikola's sake, we wouldn't be able to take your business. This small business is simply not worth our effort. Now, we have provided such a high-end modification plan.
All this dedication is for the sake of old friends!
"Oh, if only we had directly chosen Mingzhou Group to help with the transformation!"
"Yes, hundreds of millions of dollars have been invested in the renovation of the Smolensk. What's the result?"
Looking at the statements of these people, Nicholas felt happy. This showed that leaving it to the Easterners for transformation has been recognized by everyone. Everyone knows that it is unreliable to transform it by oneself. If someone wants to transform it by oneself, then
It must be for the purpose of enriching one's own pockets, definitely not for the development of the big hair industry!
"We are very interested in this kind of modification plan. We should make the modification according to this complete plan. As for the funding issue, we will find a way." Nikola said: "Today's meeting is to review the modification plan. Now everyone raises their hands.
Vote, please raise your hands if you agree."
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! After saying that, Nicholas was the first to raise his hand, followed by other naval officers who also raised their hands. As for the others... those in suits only
If you can raise your hands, it's useless for them to object.
"Okay, unanimous vote passed."
Nikolai was very satisfied with the result. Next, he could use this statement to fool the boss.
In the large office, the boss listened to Nicholas's narrative.
"Do you think this price is expensive?"
"At present, the estimated cost of our latest Type 885 nuclear submarine is two billion US dollars, but everyone knows that it will definitely exceed the standard. When the construction is completed, it will be good to build it for three billion US dollars. There is also our Type 955
Nuclear submarines are now estimated to cost three billion U.S. dollars. Now, we can complete the transformation of the Type 949A nuclear submarine with only more than two hundred million U.S. dollars, which is undoubtedly quite cost-effective."
The boss looked at Nikolai with burning eyes: "But, we have no money, we can only allocate at most 20 million US dollars, which is already the limit."
"As for the funds, we can find a way to make money back from Ah San." Nicholas said: "Last time, Ah San hoped to rent our Type 971 nuclear submarine, but we didn't agree. Now, as long as we tell Ah San,
Now that we can rent it, Ah San will definitely come to us and give us money. More than 200 million US dollars is nothing at all."
"However, we don't have many Type 971 nuclear submarines on hand."
This kind of submarine was an advanced submarine developed by Lao Maozi in the 1980s. Construction of the first submarine started in 1983. When the Red Empire collapsed, a total of seven submarines were completed. They were the most advanced submarines of Lao Maozi at that time. Of course, they could not be leased to outsiders.
Those that were completed were all the initial models. The second batch of Type 9711 was unlucky. Except for the first boat, almost all of them caught up with the collapse of the Red Empire. There were only six ships in this batch. Lao Maozi resorted to sucking
With great strength, he completed the construction of several of them.
It can be said that these are the most advanced submarines that Lao Maozi has on hand now! Some of them are in poor condition and have been retired.
Now, where are the spare nuclear submarines available for lease to Ah San!
"We still have one on the slipway." Nikolai said: "We won't invest any more money anyway, so we might as well find Ah San and let him invest to build this nuclear submarine.
, and lease it to them after it is completed. In this way, we will have money to transform the 949 nuclear submarine, and we can have one more Type 971 nuclear submarine."
Ah San just borrowed it and had to pay it back after borrowing it. In the end, the submarine was still theirs. This deal was definitely a good deal!
The boss's eyes lit up, and then he thought of something: "Is this Mr. Qin's idea?"
Nicholas did not hesitate and nodded immediately: "Yes, yes, when discussing the modification of our 949A submarine, Qin had already thought of our tight financial situation, so he proposed such a plan. I think, for
For our 949A nuclear submarine, this solution is feasible for the future of our navy."
There is nothing that can be deceived by the big boss, so just tell the truth. Besides, this is to trick Ah San and help Da Mao. There is nothing I can't do.
The boss thought for a moment and nodded: "Okay, let's do it."
When he received the news that Mao was leasing a nuclear submarine, Sunil was so happy that he immediately organized a group of naval submarine officers and came to the Amur Shipyard with great interest.
In the era of the Red Empire, Lao Maozi's shipbuilding industry was very developed. There were several factories that only built nuclear submarines. The leader among them was the Severodvinsk Shipyard, but the strength of the Amur Shipyard in the Far East should not be underestimated. After all, it is close to the water.
First come first, almost all nuclear submarines in the Far East are built by them.
However, after the collapse of the Red Empire, Lao Maozi's economic strength declined and he could no longer support so many shipbuilding companies. The top leader at the time declared that all future nuclear submarines would be built in Severodvinsk, and Amur Shipyard, step aside!
There must have been some inside story at that time, which made the people at Amur Shipyard half-popular, but they had nothing to do. The most terrible thing was that there were two 971 modified nuclear submarines in the workshop!
The construction of these two ships must be completed, right? The Amur Shipyard can at least have another bite of meat, right?
Who would have thought that these two nuclear submarines would not be given to them! As a result, the two half-built nuclear submarines were abandoned.
Later, the big boss came forward and allocated funds to build one of the ships, leaving only the last ship and no more funds could be raised.
Now, what is being leased to Ah San is such a nuclear submarine. Of course, Lao Maozi has to explain it differently.
"Everyone, after careful consideration, we have decided to lease the Type 971 nuclear submarine to you, and it is the latest model! You should know that NATO calls this submarine the Akula type, but there are also a lot of numerical suffixes behind it, right?"
"Is it the Akula-2 type?" said an Asan submarine officer: "This type of nuclear submarine is three meters longer than the prototype, has an increased displacement of more than 700 tons, and has an underwater displacement of nearly 10,000 tons.
Ton!"
"That's right, it's this model." Nicholas said with a smile: "And we are going to rent you a brand new one!"
"Brand new?" Sunil asked: "When was it launched into the water?"
"It hasn't been in the water yet, so I said it's brand new. Well, here we are."
While talking, everyone finally walked to the submarine production workshop.
If it is other ships, whether they are slipways or docks, they are all built in the open air. If construction does not start in more than ten years, the ships will have become rusty. The only exception is submarines. Even the Typhoon-class nuclear submarines with more than 40,000 tons are still closed.
Built in the workshop.
Without the sun or rain, the situation would be much better!
However, when everyone entered, Nicholas was still a little embarrassed.
There is no rust, but there is a thick layer of dust on it!
This submarine was completely shut down in 1996. It has been more than ten years now. Although the door of the workshop has been locked, the sealing of the doors and windows is not particularly good. How much dust has been accumulated in the past ten years?
Not to mention the submarine, the road underfoot is covered with a layer of dirt!
Nikolai looked at Bezlyutko, the director of the Amur Shipyard, with complicated eyes. At this time, Bezlyutko's face was also very embarrassed. He did not expect this to happen. If he knew, he would have
I hired a few cleaners and gave the place a good clean.
Now……
"After we decided to lease this submarine to you, we temporarily stopped work. After all, we have to make some changes based on your needs. We must make this submarine completely meet your needs." Nikolai said.
submarine?
Is this a submarine?
A group of Asans looked at the products inside and looked at each other a little bit.
This is not a submarine, this is a submarine cut into seven or eight sections! It’s like a fish being served on a dinner plate that has been cut in advance. Each section is under construction and each section has not been completed!
Sunil swallowed, tried hard to control his emotions, and asked, "Can this submarine be equipped with our anti-ship missiles?"
You don’t need to do anything else, but this anti-ship missile must be installed. After all, this thing is the biggest killer weapon of their Asan Navy. Although it didn’t have much effect when it was displayed last time, the Asan Navy is still very effective.
value.
"Are you talking about the missile we jointly developed? Of course there is no problem. Of course we can help install it. However, converting conventionally launched missiles into submarine-launched missiles requires a lot of experimental research and a lot of money.
, this fee..."
"Let's come out!" Sunil nodded: "For submarines, the era of using torpedoes has passed. Our nuclear submarine must use anti-ship missiles so that it can attack the enemy at a long distance!"
The range of torpedoes is only 20 to 30 kilometers, and the longest range is only 40 to 50 kilometers. It is equivalent to being used when fighting bayonets underwater. If attacking surface ships, it is quite dangerous to rely on torpedoes. The range of anti-ship missiles
It's far, fast, and much easier to use than torpedoes.
Spend money, spend money, we Ah San are not afraid of spending money!
"Okay, then on top of our rental fee, you will add another US$100 million in modification costs."
"One hundred million U.S. dollars? That much?" Sunil was stunned.
"Yes, this is a nuclear submarine. Adding weapons and equipment to it requires a lot of preparations and several launch experiments to confirm safety. Mr. Sunil, safety is the most important thing, what do you think?"
Sunil nodded, this is a nuclear submarine, so of course we can’t be careless about safety!
In fact, launching anti-ship missiles from a submarine is not much more troublesome than launching torpedoes. It just uses a special device to load the missiles and then launch them. As for the weapon interface problem, it only takes a few modifications to the program, and it doesn't take much trouble at all.
This hundred million US dollars is the same as what Asan gave for free, but anyway, Asan is a fool and has a lot of money, and their money will not be in vain if they don't make it.
"By the way, how much does it cost to lease such a nuclear submarine?"
"The rent is US$100 million per year." Nikolai said: "This nuclear submarine is our most advanced nuclear submarine. The technology is more advanced than the one we use now. It has a displacement of nearly 10,000 tons. This rent is not expensive. It is available all over the world.
It is impossible to find another country willing to lease nuclear submarines to you."
This is true. Asan wants to rent a nuclear submarine, but not everyone can rent it to him. There is no precedent for American nuclear submarines. The performance of British and French nuclear submarines is not very good, and there are not many in number. Oriental ones?
Therefore, only the big ones are left, not to mention US$100 million a year, even US$200 million is needed!
"Lease for at least ten years." Nicholas continued with the next condition.
The nuclear submarine was leased to Ah San. Do you still expect it to come back in the future? Even if it does come back, Damao simply does not have the spare crew to operate it.
Therefore, this nuclear submarine was built for Ah San just to steal Ah San's money. It would only make sense to lease it for at least ten years. Anything less would not be worth it at all.
Ten years, that’s one billion dollars! Sunil frowned again.
He finally understood that Lao Maozi planned to use their funds to build this nuclear submarine! Leasing was secondary, borrowing their money to build the nuclear submarine was the main thing!
"You won't ask us to pay in one lump sum, right?" Sunil asked a little nervously. If it costs one billion, no, one billion, one billion in one lump sum, they Ah San shouldn't be taken advantage of!
"No, of course not. According to international practice, the rent can be paid annually." Nicholas was very generous.
That's more like it! Sunil breathed a sigh of relief.
"However, in accordance with international practice, we also need you to pay a deposit." Nikolay continued: "Such a modern submarine requires a deposit of at least one billion US dollars."
Sure enough, it is still a one-time payment of one billion US dollars!
"No, no, the deposit is too much." Sunil shook his head: "We will never agree."