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Admiral Nakhimov Begins Trials, Aims for Navy Flagship Status

8/23/2025

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The RFS Admiral Nakhimov commenced sea and factory trials on August 18, 2025, after nearly 30 years.
The cruiser is equipped with 174 vertical launch cells, exceeding Western missile capacities.
Conflicting reports exist about the installed missile systems, particularly regarding S-300 and S-400 capabilities.
The modernization project, started in 2014, has faced delays but aims to make the cruiser the flagship of the Russian Navy.
Successful trials may enable active service by late 2025.

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Story summary

The RFS Admiral Nakhimov commenced sea and factory trials on August 18, 2025, after nearly 30 years.
The cruiser is equipped with 174 vertical launch cells, exceeding Western missile capacities.
Conflicting reports exist about the installed missile systems, particularly regarding S-300 and S-400 capabilities.
The modernization project, started in 2014, has faced delays but aims to make the cruiser the flagship of the Russian Navy.
Successful trials may enable active service by late 2025.