[Coming soon] HMS Swiftsure: Underwater Spy

Historical Note

Developed in the late 1960s as an evolution of Britain's Churchill-class nuclear submarines, the Swiftsure-class was created to counter Soviet nuclear missile subs and perform covert surveillance of enemy vessels. The lead ship, HMS Swiftsure (S126), was laid down in 1969 and launched in 1971. These submarines played an active role throughout the Cold War, operating in the North Atlantic and Mediterranean to monitor Soviet submarines and aircraft carrier groups.

By the 1990s, Swiftsure-class submarines were becoming obsolete. Notably, HMS Swiftsure was decommissioned in 1992 due to reactor problems, making her the world's first nuclear submarine to be decommissioned.

HMS Swiftsure (Rank VI)

Get ready for the June update in War Thunder Mobile! The British nuclear submarine HMS Swiftsure is joining the fleet at Rank VI, boasting all the advantages of modern subs in the game: anti-ship guided missiles, increased oxygen supply, and decent mobility.

HMS Swiftsure's primary armament consists of Harpoon anti-ship missiles, highly respected by experienced commanders. These missiles enable the submarine to inflict severe damage on surface ships with a single, surprise salvo: it can surface to periscope depth, fire, and dive before the enemy reacts. Additionally, HMS Swiftsure carries 533 mm torpedoes in its bow tubes.

Like all nuclear submarines, the British HMS Swiftsure features a larger oxygen supply and a slight speed advantage over older subs due to its more powerful propulsion system. Its only minor drawback is the absence of anti-aircraft artillery, a feature found on some competitors.

In the game, HMS Swiftsure will be among the best submarines, offering commanders significant tactical flexibility. Like many submarines, it lacks countermeasures against guided missiles. Therefore, when surfaced, commanders must be especially cautious to avoid missile launchers and submerge quickly.

*Vehicle specifications and camouflages are still work in progress and may differ on release.

The blueprints for HMS Swiftsure (Rank VI) can be obtained in War Thunder Mobile (WTM) from Medium or Big Trophies in the Ship Campaign with the start of the new Season.