Russian submarine Novosibirsk conducts missile tests in Pacific

The Russian nuclear-powered submarine Novosibirsk, a Project 885M Yasen-M class vessel, conducted missile tests in the Pacific Ocean. During the scheduled military exercise, the submarine successfully launched both Kalibr and Oniks cruise missiles to demonstrate its combat capabilities against maritime and land-based targets.

The Kalibr missile successfully struck a designated target at the Kura Proving Ground from a distance of approximately 1,200 kilometers (745 miles). Meanwhile, the Oniks anti-ship cruise missile engaged a maritime target, covering a distance of 168 kilometers (105 miles).

The exercise was conducted under the supervision of the Russian Pacific Fleet, which secured the area by closing it to civilian aircraft and shipping. The Novosibirsk is the first serial-production vessel of the Project 885M class and is capable of carrying various weapon systems, including hypersonic Zircon missiles.