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3. USS Topeka

Joined the Service: 1989
Producer: General Dynamics Electric Boat Price: $145 million The USS Topeka (SSN-754) is a Los Angeles-class submarine in U.S. Navy service, named after the Kansas capital. Built by General Dynamics Electric Boat, construction began in 1986 and finished in 1988. At about $145 million, the USS Topeka represents a major investment in naval power. As a Los Angeles-class sub, it features advanced stealth, surveillance, and combat systems, crucial for maritime defense and deterrence.
USS Topeka (SSN-754) Source: Twitter.com / USS Topeka @USPacificFleet Measuring 362 feet and powered by an SG6 nuclear reactor, the USS Topeka offers remarkable endurance and reach. Its motto, “Defender of the Heartland,” reflects its mission. This submarine succeeds the WWII-era USS Topeka in name and legacy. It is the third ship to carry the name, marking ongoing service and technological progress in the U.S. Navy and the evolution of submarine warfare.

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