KRI Pasopati - Submarine Hunter Without MCK

KRI Pasopati - Submarine Hunter Without MCK

From 12 Whiskey class submarine owned by the TNI-AL, KRI 410 Pasopati could be called the most famous is mentioned. Because, Pasopati was the last submarine to operate. Post Gestapu, Russia conduct military embargo on spare parts to Indonesia, as a result the fleet Navy submarine slowly began to die due to lack of spare parts. Step cannibalization of spare parts continue to be done, and the last is KRI Pasopati operate. Pasopati new registered disabled from the ranks of the TNI-AL on January 25, 1990.

Whisky class went into production in 1952 in Russia Vladi. And began to enter the Navy ranks (Satselarmatim) dated January 29, 1962 with the principal task of destroying the enemy cross the line (anti-shipping), conducting reconnaissance and perform "silent raids." KRI Pasopati currently placed as a monument to submarines in the city of Surabaya since 1998.

Ship Whisky

Ability proved to be thrilling Whisky class fleet of Dutch ships, but as the Russian habit of output products in general. Element of comfort to the crew less attention. Although armed anti-missile and air attacks on the aft torpedo launcher and bow. Whisky class public toilet facilities are not equipped (shower, sink, toilet). This makes pain submariners. During the voyage the crews very rarely take a bath, shower over rely on rain water when the ship rose to the surface.

KRI specifications Pasopati

Length: 76.6 meters
Width: 6, 3 meters
Speed: 18.3 knots on the water
13.5 knots under water
Weight management: 1300 tons
Empty weight: 1050 tons
Cruising distance: 8500 nautical miles
Fuel: Diesel
Battery: 224 pieces
Armament: Torpedo steam 12 pieces
Long torpedo: 7 meters
Torpedo Launcher: 6 pieces
Crew: 63 men and officers