Kusong class torpedo boat explained

The Kusong class torpedo boats are a North Korean class of torpedo boat.[1] The Korean People's Navy is estimated to operate 60 of them.[2]

Specifications

The Kusong-class is armed with two torpedoes. They displace at full load.[3]

Service history

During a Naval drill off Nampo, by the Korean People's Navy, on October 5, 2016, four Kusong-class torpedo boats were part of the 80 some training fleet.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: North Korea and Asymmetric Warfare. The Maritime Executive. 14 April 2017.
  2. Web site: AMR Oct 2014. issuu. 17 October 2014 . 14 April 2017. en.
  3. Book: Saunders. Stephen. Jane's Fighting Ships 2010–2011. 2010. IHS Jane's. Coulsdon. 9780710629203. 457.
  4. Web site: Correction: North Korea Conducts Naval Exercise Or Demonstration At Nampo NK News – North Korea News. NK News – North Korea News. 14 April 2017. 7 December 2015.