Chile Submarine Capabilities

Author Information

Nuclear Threat Initiative

Date of Publication

1-1-2023 12:00 AM

Security Theme

Critical Infrastructure

Keywords

Chile, Navy, Critical Infrastructure

Description

The Chilean Navy currently operates a flotilla of four diesel-electric attack submarines. The fleet comprises of two Thomson-class (Type 209/1400) submarines and two Scorpène-class submarines, all of which are based in Talcahuano.

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Chile Submarine Capabilities

The Chilean Navy currently operates a flotilla of four diesel-electric attack submarines. The fleet comprises of two Thomson-class (Type 209/1400) submarines and two Scorpène-class submarines, all of which are based in Talcahuano.