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Russia Deploys Submarine-Launched Bulava ICBM

May 14, 2024 1 min read

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Russia has formally commissioned the Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile into its military arsenal, according to TASS state news agency. The Bulava, designed to be launched from submarines, represents a significant step in Russia's efforts to modernize its nuclear capabilities. Developed by the Moscow Institute of Thermal Engineering, the missile is intended to be equipped on the Borei-class nuclear-powered missile submarines. It is capable of carrying multiple warheads and has a reported range of 8,300 km (5,160 miles), with the potential to be fitted with up to 10 multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicles (MIRVs) or hypersonic maneuvering nuclear units.

The missile's development dates back to the 1990s, and its adoption was officially announced in a decree on May 7, which coincided with the start of President Vladimir Putin's six-year term. The chief designer of the Bulava, Yuri Solomonov, was recognized in the decree. Despite early setbacks in testing during the late 1990s, the missile has since undergone successful launches, with all tests post-2013 proving successful, including a submarine-launched test in November. The Bulava's successful implementation marks a notable enhancement of Russia's strategic nuclear forces, particularly within its Northern and Pacific fleets.

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