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Video: Brazil Commissions its First Scorpène Type Submarine
Riachuelo, the first of the four Scorpène submarines of the ProSub program, was commissioned by the Brazilian Navy.
2 September 2022
Riachuelo, the first of the four Scorpène submarines of the ProSub program, was commissioned by the Brazilian Navy.
The Brazilian Navy (Marinha do Brasil)’s Submarine Development Program (PROSUB) marked two new milestones this month…
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The Brazilian Navy (Marinha do Brasil)’s first Scorpène-class submarine, the Riachuelo (S40), successfully performed its first independent surface and propulsion tests.
Brazil’s first Scorpene-class submarine, Riachuelo, successfully completed its static dive test on 20 November, a decisive procedure used to assess parts of its seaworthiness.
According to pictures released by local medias, the Brazilian Navy first Scorpène-class attack submarine Riachuelo (S40) is now starting sea trials.
