Amateur photographs of the newest Russian nuclear-powered submarine Severodvinsk, launched in the presence of President Dmitry Medvedev in June this year, have appeared on the Internet. At that time, however, the only official snapshot was released.
The pictures capture just the moment the submarine was launched into the water. The screws are closed for secrecy purposes - their design and geometrical characteristics are a state secret
The nuclear submarine "Severodvinsk" has been under construction at the largest shipyard in Russia "Sevmashpredpriyatie" for over 17 years
Such emblems are worn by all Russian nuclear submarines.
The hull of the boat, according to the project, must withstand a diving depth of up to 600 meters
The deckhouse has a streamlined oval shape
The only photo released in June as a report on President Dmitry Medvedev's official visit to the launching ceremony