A nuclear submarine can stay submerged for up to 4 months

12th January 2024

Vanguard class nuclear submarine

How long can a nuclear submarine go without refueling?

Modern nuclear submarines use enriched uranium in their nuclear reactors, which allows them to run for up to 30 years or more without refueling.

Some modern aircraft carriers also use the same reactors, which allows them to run for a similar duration.

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