Licensed production paid off
We built them in our own yard. The first boat was hard, by the third we had it. Technology transfer is worth taking.
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The export champion of this category. Air-independent propulsion lets it stay submerged for weeks. Several countries build it under licence in their own shipyards, and the seller uses technology transfer as a selling point. Lead times are long and the order book is full.
| Type | Submarine |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft · Hellenic Shipyards Co. · Hyundai Heavy Industries · Daewoo… |
| Weight | 1,690 t (surfaced) · 1,860 t (submerged) |
| Length | 65 m |
| Crew | 5 officers + 22 crew |
| Engine | Diesel–electric, fuel cell AIP, low-noise skew back propeller |
| Training | Sold separately |
| Tracking number | Not provided |
| Insurance | You will need to find an insurer who agrees |
The first 6 rows are real figures from the Wikipedia infobox. The rows below them are not.
Handover at the shipyard. Choosing local production extends the timeline and lowers the unit cost.
We built them in our own yard. The first boat was hard, by the third we had it. Technology transfer is worth taking.
We ordered and the first boat arrived six years later. Good product, exhausting process.
We bought the boats but had nowhere to dock them for maintenance. That line was not in the budget and had to be added.
Is licensed production available?
Ministry of Industry
Seller's answerIt can be discussed depending on your order quantity.
How long does air-independent propulsion last?
Technical Team
Seller's answerWeeks, according to the manufacturer. No independent measurement exists.

The real cost starts after delivery.

The neighbours noticed within a week.

Paid up front, still waiting, still hopeful.

Quiet, genuinely. The nickname is earned.

Solid. The paperwork around it, less so.

Bought it, no regrets, no strong feelings either.

Works. That is a complete review in this category.

Everyone in the region has one now. We were last.
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