Stretched Virginia Block V/VI recategorized as SSGNs
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The Navy will recategorize enlarged Virginia Block V and VI submarines as guided missile submarines (SSGNs).
WHO:U.S. Navy
WHAT:Recategorization of enlarged Virginia Block V and VI submarines from attack submarines to guided missile submarines (SSGNs)
WHEN:Reported Aug 3, 2026 at 6:28 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Ahead of Ohio-class guided missile boat retirements, the Navy will no longer categorize the enlarged Virginia Block V and VI types as attack submarines.
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