OVERVIEW: The S 107 Trafalgar is a submarine of the Trafalgar class, operated by the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy. Commissioned in 2018, it represents a late-production example of this highly capable hunter-killer submarine design.

DETAILS: The Trafalgar class was conceived in the 1970s as a follow-on to the Swiftsure class, incorporating significant improvements in noise reduction and combat systems. The design emphasized stealth, acoustic superiority, and the ability to operate independently for extended periods. While the Trafalgar class shares a similar hull form to its predecessor, it benefited from advancements in nuclear propulsion technology and acoustic baffling techniques, making it considerably quieter. The class proved highly successful in a variety of roles, including anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), intelligence gathering, and support of special operations forces. The later members of the class, such as the S 107, incorporated further upgrades and modifications based on operational experience, solidifying their position as a critical component of the Royal Navy's underwater warfare capabilities.

The primary role of the S 107 Trafalgar is anti-submarine warfare, tasked with hunting and neutralizing enemy submarines, particularly those of strategic importance. It also possesses significant anti-surface warfare capabilities, capable of engaging surface combatants with torpedoes. In addition, the submarine's advanced sensor suite and covert operating capabilities make it well-suited for intelligence gathering missions, providing valuable insights into potential threats. The SSE Mk8 decoy launcher provides a defensive capability against incoming torpedo threats, increasing survivability in contested environments. The 533mm torpedo tubes allow for the launch of a variety of torpedoes, including the Spearfish heavy torpedo, enabling engagement of both surface and subsurface targets at considerable range.

The S 107 Trafalgar is equipped with a comprehensive sensor suite optimized for underwater detection and tracking. The core of this suite is the Type 2076 sonar, comprising the Type 2074LRE, Type 2065, and Type 2072 arrays, offering long-range detection and precise localization of targets. The Type 2077 Parian sonar provides active ranging capabilities for close-in detection and classification. The Type 2082 provides intercept capabilities, detecting and classifying active sonar transmissions. Surface search capability is provided by the Type 1007 navigation radar, and the CXA(1) (Telegon 6) provides electronic support measures (ESM), intercepting and analyzing enemy radar emissions. The UAP-1 provides underwater communications, whilst the optical periscopes allow for visual observation and targeting.

SPECIFICATION: Length: 85.4 m || Beam: 9.8 m || Draft: 9.5 m || Disp: 4740 t

SENSORS: Type 2074LRE [Type 2076 Suite] || UAP-1 || Type 1007 || CXA(1) [Telegon 6] || Type 2065 [Type 2076 Suite] || Type 2077 Parian || Type 2082 || Type 2072 [Type 2076 Suite] || Generic Submarine Periscope, Optical || Generic Submarine Periscope, Optical

ARMAMENT: SSE Mk8 || 533mm TT