The navy of the Russian Federation is widely known throughout the world. It is considered one of the most powerful in all respects. The Russian Navy is on a par with the US Navy. And this is not surprising. Well, we should briefly talk about the Navy, and separately touch upon such an interesting topic as the classification of ships.
Definition
The modern Russian Navy is the successor to the navy of the USSR and the Russian Empire. These troops protect the sovereignty of the country, which extends beyond its land territory, and also create and maintain conditions for ensuring calm maritime activities in the oceans. The Russian fleet also participates in military, humanitarian and other actions that meet the interests of our country. And, in addition to the above, the Navy provides the naval presence of the Russian power in the oceans.
There are many tasks. All of them are diverse and have their own characteristics. And it is not surprising that our fleet has a wide variety of equipment and vessels. Therefore, there is a classification of ships. Vessels are divided into classes (depending on what their purpose is). And they, in turn, are subclassed. It all depends on specialization, type of power plant and displacement.
It is also important to know that all vessels are also divided into ranks. The distribution of them depends on the tactical and technical elements and their immediate purpose. And to begin with, I would like to say that Russia has four ranks, and the first is considered the highest.
General characteristics of the first rank
This class includes nuclear submarines, as well as large surface ships. That is, aircraft carriers, anti-submarine, missile, heavy and light cruisers, as well as battleships. All vessels of the first rank have precedence over the others in those matters relating to supply and acquisition. And, of course, in terms of ceremonial procedures.
The commander of a ship of the first rank is obliged to be responsible for the mobilization as well as the combat readiness of his regiment. Another thing is to monitor the successful completion of combat missions and the training, education, discipline of personnel. He is also responsible for the internal order, as well as for the safety of weapons and related equipment. And, of course, he is obliged to control the material, financial, medical and other services of the regiment.
First Grade Ships
The classification of Russian ships is very detailed. Above all are aircraft carriers. These are large special-purpose surface ships, the main striking force of which is carrier-based aviation. They provide air cover, landing forces, and also deliver air strikes on the formation of enemy ships. Plus, they are used to transport goods and people. The main weapons are helicopters and aircraft based on the deck. Also equipped with all necessary means to ensure the functioning and basing of aircraft.
Following are the cruisers - surface combat ships that perform tasks regardless of the main forces of the Navy. They use artillery, missile, mine-torpedo, anti-submarine weapons and air defense. Cruisers can destroy enemy ships, hold defenses and support the coastal flanks of the ground forces.
The destroyer squadron also belongs to the first rank , the main armament of which is the air defense system and the missile defense system. This classification of ships includes submarine warships. They destroy enemy ships, are engaged in reconnaissance, secretly staging minefields. Their weapons are mine-torpedo and rocket. Also rank 1 includes anti-submarine and landing ships.
Subclasses: Cruisers
Since the first rank is the most serious, it is absolutely necessary to note the subclasses of ships. The first on the list are heavy aircraft carriers. Their displacement is more than 25,000 tons! They work on a steam turbine power plant. It is this classification of Russian Navy ships that demonstrates the power of our state on the international arena.
Following are the heavy nuclear missile cruisers. Their characteristic is close to that which distinguishes the aforementioned vessels. They only work on a nuclear power plant. Two helicopters and a guided missile system that can destroy large surface ships are constantly based on these ships.
Also, the classification of ships of the Russian Navy includes missile cruisers. They operate in remote areas of the oceans and seas, and their purpose is to destroy large surface ships of the enemy, thereby providing PLO and air defense of their ships. The first rank also includes nuclear submarines, which are capable of hitting large coastal targets at a range of up to 8250 kilometers from a position underwater at a depth of 400-600 meters.
Boats and ships of the first rank
Discussing a topic such as the classification of ships of the Navy of the 1st rank, one cannot but mention the large nuclear submarine. She is worthy of attention. Here, the name from the boat is one: it is a large, 2-hull warship. Its displacement is ~ 6000-10000 tons. The ship is equipped with torpedo tubes, a nuclear installation, cruise missiles - everything, due to which it is possible to destroy aircraft carrier attack groups and submarines.
Also, the classification of ships by size includes a large anti-submarine and universal landing ships. Displacement - 6500-9000 and <11500 tons, respectively. The first of these provide tracking and destruction of nuclear submarines, and the second - the transport of equipment and troops.
2 rank
The vessel of the second rank is a three-day battleship. He has a gyus that rises on the bow of the flagpole when parked. The purpose of ships of the second rank is to carry out military and defensive operations in the far sea zone. Moreover, both independently and as part of compounds.
Classification of ships of rank 2 begins with a patrol vessel. Its main task is to protect. But, nevertheless, this is a multi-purpose combat ship. And he has weapons (artillery, mine, anti-submarine, missile and air defense). It is designed to protect both the ship itself and the escort. The classification of ships of the second rank also includes missile ships. They are designed to hit in closed seas, as well as in the near sea zone surface enemy equipment.
Another rank 2 includes special-purpose submarines (for destroying enemies) and landing ships (transporting military equipment and employees).
Ships of the third rank
They are also called two-deck, linear, sailing ships. They do not have gyus, and the purpose is to conduct actions in the near sea zone. The classification of warships of the third rank begins with small missile ships. They are designed to hit any military naval equipment of the enemy in closed seas. The main armament is an air defense system and a missile system.
There are also small artillery and anti-submarine ships. These are surface combat ships. Artillery provide fire support for naval assault, and anti-submarine search, track and destroy enemy submarines.
The classification of warships also includes the so-called minesweepers. These are special surface ships. Their task is to search, detect and trawl bottom and sea anchor mines. More minesweepers carry ships and other vessels through mines.
Small landing craft also belong to the third rank. These are surface ships that transport personnel and military equipment.
Fourth rank ships
These include two-deck battleships, the number of guns of which ranges from 44 to 60 units. If you touch on a topic such as the classification of warships in size, it should be noted that rank 4 are the smallest ships. They have no gyus, and their displacement is only 100-500 tons. Compare at least with aircraft carriers for which this figure is 25,000 tons!
And there are vessels of the fourth rank in the coastal marine zone, as well as in raids.
Classification of warships in size ends with combat and landing boats. These are small surface ships. Vessels of the first type of the above are designed to strike at marine equipment of opponents. And landing boats unload landing and equipment ashore. Among the vessels of the 4th rank there are minesweepers operating on raids, in the coastal zone and in the naval waters.
Based on all of the above, each person who is not even devoted to details will conclude that the Russian Navy is not without reason considered one of the most powerful in the whole world. And this fact cannot but rejoice.