Soviet Union 1991

First update

The Navy's large-scale elimination of three types of ships has caused dissatisfaction among some senior officers. The elimination of Sovremenny-class destroyers, Kenda-class cruisers, and Golden Eagle A-class cruisers will inevitably cause some officers and sailors to have nothing to do. The Ministry of National Defense has also arranged a way out for these retired personnel early, or they will go to other ships. to work, or to retire directly, or even arrange for them to work in overseas military groups.

Some naval personnel are worried that the loss of the third-class ships will greatly stagnate the Soviet Red Navy's air defense capabilities. However, Yanayev is very clear that the air defense capabilities of the Kenda-class cruisers and Golden Eagle A-class cruisers are outdated, and the Type 956 destroyer Maintenance of steam boilers is time-consuming and laborious. If all are eliminated, although part of the mid-range point air defense capability will be temporarily lost, it only needs to speed up the service of the 11356r cruiser. If it is really the 11356r type that enters service first, it is undoubtedly a live advertisement for India's purchase of 11356 by the Soviet Red Navy. Compared with 11356 11356r, it is like an original version and a monkey version.

This is the last cruise of a modern-class destroyer that has been patrolling the Pacific for nearly two decades. After that, it will end its mission of defending the motherland and quietly dock in the port, waiting for its final fate to be thrown to other countries.

Captain Kutuzov of the Sovremenny-class destroyer had a complicated mood. He looked at the sunset on the sea level, and slowly disappeared on the sea level with the last soft light.

Kutuzov stroked the Hyundai-class ship as if bidding farewell to an old friend, even though he was almost reaching the age of retirement.

At this time, Sironov had already bid farewell to the position of Commander-in-Chief of the Pacific Fleet, and was replaced by the newly appointed Rear Admiral Sergey Avakyants of the Soviet Ministry of Defense as the Commander-in-Chief of the Pacific Fleet. The chief of staff suddenly became the commander-in-chief of the entire fleet, and Kutuzov was very pleased.

Avakyants had previously asked Kutuzov if he was willing to serve on other ships, or to serve as director of the civilian department of the Navy Headquarters. But they were all rejected by Kutuzov. He looked at the huge Sovremenny class behind him and said with a smile, "I should retire with this destroyer, my friend."

Seeing that he could not resist the other party, Major General Avakiants had to approve Kutuzov's request for his last Pacific cruise. He also hoped that his old friend could leave the navy in a dignified way and leave the post he once loved.

The Hyundai-class has completed its great mission of defending the dignity of the motherland. It confronted the Pacific Seventh Fleet in the Arabian Sea crisis, monitored the US and Japanese fleets during Japanese naval exercises, and experienced "our ship was ordered to collide" in the Sea of ​​Okhotsk. The thrilling scene of "your ship", no matter where you go, the red flag of the hammer and sickle symbol has never been lowered.

Kutuzov can even proudly claim that the Sovremenny class has never embarrassed the Soviet Red Navy fleet once, but has made outstanding achievements every time.

"I'm leaving, my friend, farewell."

Kutuzov wiped the moisture from the corners of his eyes. No one could understand the navy colonel's mood at this time. Because he didn't know what else Kutuzov could do after leaving the modern class. He chose the navy he loved and protected his motherland with loyalty throughout his life.

He gently caressed the side of the ship, like a fading veteran, following his weapon to the end of his official career.

"Thank you for staying with me for so many years." In Kutuzov's eyes, the Hyundai-class is more like an old friend who has been with me for many years, rather than a cold steel monster made of engines and steel plates.

The Sovremenny-class destroyers represented the Soviet Union's strongest anti-ship and air defense capabilities in the 1980s. The Shenmi was transferred from the Baltic Shipyard to the Pacific Fleet. When passing through the Asia-Pacific waters, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force first dispatched a P-2J anti-submarine patrol aircraft, and then dispatched the 2,050-ton Asaun frigate. The Chinese Navy dispatched two Type 051 destroyers, a Type 053h frigate and an icebreaker, and the South Korean Navy dispatched a frigate to take over surveillance in turns until the other party sailed into Soviet waters.

However, the glory has faded, and the late Type 956 destroyer has reached its end. It will give up its position in the Pacific Fleet to better descendants.

"One era has ended and another has begun." Kutuzov sighed as he looked at the approaching port. Perhaps there are many captains like him at this time, going on their last cruise and then retiring honorably. He didn't know what the Soviet Red Navy would look like in the future, but he knew that they would continue to fight for the motherland they defended behind them.

The modern class has docked at the port, and the modern class slowly fell asleep in the dark night. The first mate called all the crew to the deck and took off his hat to Captain Kutuzov. This is their last time partnering with the captain, and they will be sent to work on other ships.

"Salute," the first mate shouted.

Everyone raised their hands and paid Captain Kutuzov the highest respect.

Kutuzov waved to them and then prepared to get off the Type 956 destroyer. As soon as he arrived at the cabin door, he saw a yellow-skinned Asian walking towards the modern class. He was wearing a white navy uniform that was different from his own. The sharp-eyed Kutuzov recognized at the first sight that this was from Chinese naval general.

"Is it coming so soon?" Kutuzov paused. He had not received any news before that the Chinese Navy would send negotiators to discuss the acquisition of warships so soon.

In fact, even the reception staff of the Ministry of Defense did not expect that the other party would directly request to visit the Type 956 destroyer. After thinking for a moment, the Commander-in-Chief of the Pacific Fleet Avakijans issued an order, without violating the military confidentiality law. It is agreed that Chinese representatives will board the ship to visit the Type 956 destroyer at this time.

The Chinese man, whose height was not inferior to that of the Russians, walked up to Kutuzov. He straightened his back and replied in standard fluent Russian, "Hello, Colonel Kutuzov, I am a rear admiral of the Chinese Navy. His surname is Zhang, and he is also the negotiator of the naval naval force."

Kutuzov was stunned for a moment, then stretched out his hand and said, "Hello, General Zhang, I am Colonel Kutuzov, the captain of this Modern-class ship."

"This is my first time setting foot on this modern-class ship. I heard that you insist on completing the last cruise?" General Zhang patted the deck of the modern-class ship. "I have just arrived in Vladivostok and haven't arranged a place to stay yet. I just came here. I have been on many ships, but this is my first time on this Type 956 modern ship.”

As a representative of one country, General Zhang did not show the formality of a representative of another country. Instead, he looked calm and calm, like a good friend he had known for many years, walking on the deck of a modern class.

"Would you like to introduce your ship to me?" General Zhang asked.

"Of course I do." Kutuzov nodded, introducing the modern-class ship in front of General Zhang like a treasure trove, "The overall design of this ship is centered around anti-ship warfare, so its forecastle Two sets of four-unit SS-N-22 Japanese anti-ship launchers are arranged on both sides, one double-barreled 130mm naval gun in the a and y positions, and one sa-n-7 hurricane single-arm in the b and x positions. air defense The launcher and powerful anti-ship combat capability make the Type 956 the most powerful destroyer in the Soviet Navy. The most important weapon of the Type 956 is the two sets of four-unit P-100 Sandfly supersonic anti-ship launchers located on both sides of the bridge. In addition, the ship has two AK grenade launchers and can carry 22 mines. Once a U.S. ship is bitten by a modern class, the final result will be disaster. "

These anti-ship weapons have only been used during exercises. Even Kutuzov does not know what will happen if it actually shoots the US Nimitz aircraft carrier.

"Its bow and stern are each equipped with a twin 130mm 70-caliber AK-130 naval gun. This is the largest caliber ship in the world in addition to the 16-inch cannon of the Iowa-class battleships throughout the era. The gun is controlled by the mr-184 fire control radar and is directly controlled by the situation room. It can also be controlled by the photoelectric aiming device on the upper right side of the turret. "

Kutuzov showed off the advantages of modern-class firepower, which is also the most proud point of Type 956. The Slavic nation, which is extremely fanatical about artillery and anti-ships, likes to use a powerful firepower network to tear everything apart.

"But apart from the weapons, there is not much else to show for it." General Zhang said bluntly, "Its old main steam boiler is time-consuming and laborious to maintain, and it does not have the automated radio communication system that it should be equipped with. These are all problems. This is the reason for the early retirement of this modern class ship.”

"Yes."

Kutuzov's originally joyful heart suddenly poured cold water on him. The words of the guest from afar in front of him were exactly the same as those of Avakiants at that time. This is why the Soviet Navy gave up these old antiques. They cannot keep up with the combat ideas of the new era and will either be thrown into museums or turned into target ships.

"They are like withered veterans like us. No matter how brilliant their achievements are, they can no longer keep up with the times."

Kutuzov felt a hand on his shoulder. He turned around and saw the other person looking at him with a smile, and said with relief, "Even so, it cannot stop their loyalty to the motherland. We will slowly Fading, but glory never grows old.”

Kutuzov looked at the increasingly old but still sturdy and majestic Type 956 destroyer and murmured to himself.

"Yes, no matter what, nothing can stop them from being loyal to the Red Navy."

"Goodbye, modern class." (To be continued.)