“This is the second new vessel of this project for the Pacific Submarine fleet arrived in Vilyuchinsk from St. Petersburg from the manufacturer. At present, the crew of the crane is preparing to perform the mission as part of the constant readiness forces, ”the release said.
It is emphasized that “the 02690 self-propelled floating crane is the newest unique vessel with enhanced capabilities to perform all types of lifting work” and “in addition to working with ordinary cargo, it can be used to perform loading weapons on surface ships and submarines, as well as for the transport of goods on the upper deck. "
According to the press service, “the vessel has a displacement of about 2 kt, length is 50 m, width is 22 m, cruising range is 3500 miles, autonomy is 10 days, capacity is up to 150 person.”