OVERVIEW: The S 192 U 13 [Type 206A] is a diesel-electric submarine operated by the German Navy, commissioned in 1987. It represents a modernized variant of the Type 206 class, designed primarily for operations in the shallow, confined waters of the Baltic Sea.

DETAILS: The Type 206 class, developed in the 1960s and 70s, was conceived to provide the German Navy with a highly maneuverable and stealthy submarine force capable of effectively countering Soviet naval activity in the Baltic Sea. The Type 206A represents an upgrade program undertaken in the 1980s, incorporating improvements to sensors, fire control systems, and habitability. The design emphasized a small hull, constructed from non-magnetic steel to minimize the risk of detection by magnetic anomaly detectors (MAD). The emphasis on acoustic stealth, maneuverability, and simplicity in design made the Type 206A a formidable asset for its intended operating environment. The Type 206A hull is a single-hull configuration, optimized for silent running.

The primary role of the S 192 U 13 is anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASuW) within the Baltic Sea. Its shallow-water operating capability allows it to exploit the complex acoustic environment and seabed topography to its advantage. The boat could also be tasked with intelligence gathering and covert surveillance. The installation of the DBQS-21 [CSU 83] sonar suite provides the submarine with active and passive detection capabilities for locating both surface and subsurface targets. This sonar is further augmented by the THD 1030 Calypso II intercept receiver, enhancing its ability to detect and classify threats based on their acoustic signatures. The AR-700S5 electronic support measures (ESM) system allows for the detection and identification of radar emissions, providing situational awareness and early warning of potential threats.

The S 192 U 13's combat effectiveness is enhanced by its suite of sensors and armament. The EDO 900 series underwater telephone allows for secure underwater communication. The installation of both optical and low-light television (LLTV) periscopes provides visual reconnaissance capabilities in varying light conditions. The DR 2000U radar warning receiver enhances situational awareness by detecting and identifying radar emissions. The DBQS-21 Intercept [IPS CSU 83] provides additional electronic intelligence gathering capabilities. The 533mm torpedo tubes provide the primary offensive capability, enabling the launch of various torpedo types against surface and subsurface targets. The signal ejector allows for the deployment of countermeasures or communication buoys.

SPECIFICATION: Length: 48.6 m || Beam: 4.6 m || Draft: 4.5 m || Disp: 450 t

SENSORS: PRS 3-15 || THD 1030 Calypso II || DBQS-21 [CSU 83] || AR-700S5 || DR 2000U || DBQS-21 Intercept [IPS CSU 83] || EDO 900 || Generic Submarine Periscope, Optical || Generic Submarine Periscope, LLTV

ARMAMENT: 533mm TT || 533mm TT || Signal Ejector