OVERVIEW: The S 353 Preveze [Type 209-1400, Preveze/Gür Class] is a diesel-electric submarine operated by the Turkish Naval Forces. Commissioned in 2020, the Preveze represents a modern iteration of the proven Type 209 submarine design, specifically the 209-1400 variant, and forms part of the Preveze/Gür class of submarines.

DETAILS:
The Preveze class represents a significant upgrade over earlier Turkish Type 209 variants. The Type 209 submarine, originally designed by Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft (HDW) of Germany, is a highly successful export design known for its reliability, quiet operation, and adaptability. The 209-1400 variant incorporates advancements in hull design, noise reduction techniques, and sensor integration, increasing its operational effectiveness in a variety of littoral and open-ocean environments. The Preveze class is built under license in Turkey, signifying a growing domestic naval shipbuilding capability. The design philosophy emphasizes a balance between cost-effectiveness and advanced combat capabilities, making it a valuable asset for the Turkish Navy's strategic objectives. These submarines are intended to replace older vessels within the Turkish submarine fleet and contribute to Turkey's maritime security interests in the Eastern Mediterranean and Black Sea.

The primary roles of the S 353 Preveze are anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations. In an ASW role, the submarine utilizes its suite of sonars, including the FAS 3-1 flank array sonar and the TAS-3 towed array sonar, to detect and track enemy submarines at extended ranges. The S 63B sonar provides active and passive search capabilities for close-range engagements. For ASuW, the Preveze is equipped to engage surface combatants and merchant vessels with torpedoes launched from its 533mm torpedo tubes. Its ISR capabilities are enhanced by its periscopes, which include both optical and low-light television (LLTV) variants, enabling covert observation and information gathering. The Type 242 Sealion radar intercept (ESM) system provides valuable intelligence on enemy radar emissions.

The S 353 Preveze's technical capabilities are further enhanced by its advanced combat management system (CSU 83/1 and IPS CSU 83), which integrates sensor data, provides tactical decision support, and controls weapon systems. The MAS 83 mine avoidance sonar contributes to safe navigation in mine-threatened waters. The Zargana countermeasure system is a defensive suite designed to defeat incoming torpedoes. The Signal Ejector system allows for secure underwater communication, which is crucial for coordinated operations with other naval assets. The combination of advanced sensors, a modern combat management system, and versatile armament provides the Preveze with a potent underwater warfare capability.

SPECIFICATION: Length: 61.2 m || Beam: 6.3 m || Draft: 5.5 m || Disp: 1454 t

SENSORS: FAS 3-1 || TAS-3 || S 63B || Type 242 Sealion || CSU 83/1 || IPS CSU 83 || MAS 83 || Generic Submarine Periscope, Optical || Generic Submarine Periscope, LLTV

ARMAMENT: Signal Ejector || Zargana Countermeasure System || 533mm TT