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The '''''Los Angeles'' class''' submarine, also known as the 688 class after the founding vessel, USS ''Los Angeles (SSN-688)'' is a class of fast-attack nuclear-powered submarines, operated by the [[United States Navy]]. Sixty-two boats were built, all but one (the [[Hyman G. Rickover]]) is named after United States cities and towns; 46 are currently active. o== Capabilities ==

The '''''Los Angeles'' class''' submarine, also known as the 688 class after the founding vessel, USS ''Los Angeles (SSN-688)'' is a class of fast-attack nuclear-powered submarines, operated by the [[United States Navy]]. Sixty-two boats were built, all but one (the [[Hyman G. Rickover]]) is named after United States cities and towns; 46 are currently active.  

 

==Capabilities==

The precise speed and operating depth of the class is classified; official United States Navy sources give a figure of 25 knots submerged, and a maximum depth of 650 feet.

The precise speed and operating depth of the class is classified; official United States Navy sources give a figure of 25 knots submerged, and a maximum depth of 650 feet.

Some boats are equipped with SEAL Delivery systems.

Some boats are equipped with SEAL Delivery systems.

== In popular culture ==

==In popular culture==

688 class submarines have appeared in a number of military-themed books, notably those of Tom Clancy.

Six hundred eighty eight class submarines have appeared in a number of military-themed books, notably those of [[Tom Clancy]].

[[Category:Submarines]]

[[Category:Submarines]]