Power & Performance
Those special qualities that separate one sea-going vessel design from another. Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for FS Amethyste (S605).
1 x K48 pressurized water nuclear reactor with 2 x turbo alternators, 1 x Electric engine and 1 x SEMT Pielstick 8PA4V185SM diesel-alternator; 1 x Auxiliary engine; 1 x Shaft.
Propulsion
15.0 kts
17.3 mph
Surface Speed
25.0 kts
28.8 mph
Submerged Speed
Essentially Unlimited
Range