Russian submarine AS-34

Russian submarine AS-34 (also known as Project 1855 and Priz) is a deep-sea rescue vehicle (DSRV) operated by the Russian Navy. The submarine is designed to perform rescue operations on distressed submarines submerged at great depths.

Design and Description

AS-34 is a part of the Project 1855 class of deep-sea rescue vehicles. The submarine is designed to perform rescue operations on distressed submarines submerged at great depths. It is equipped with a docking chamber that can mate with the escape hatch of a distressed submarine, allowing for the transfer of personnel.

The submarine is capable of operating at depths of up to 1000 meters and can carry up to 20 rescued submariners in addition to its crew. It is also equipped with a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) that can be used for inspection and intervention tasks.

Operational History

AS-34 has been involved in several notable operations. In August 2000, it was involved in the rescue efforts following the sinking of the Kursk, a Russian nuclear submarine. Despite the challenging conditions, AS-34 was able to dock with the sunken submarine and recover the bodies of several crew members.

In 2005, AS-34 was used in a successful operation to rescue seven Russian sailors trapped in a mini-submarine off the Kamchatka Peninsula. The submarine had become entangled in fishing nets and was unable to surface. AS-34 was able to cut the nets and free the trapped submarine.

See Also

• Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle
• Russian submarine Kursk (K-141)