Joined the Service: 1989 Producer: General Dynamics Electric Boat
Price: *$145 million
The USS Topeka (SSN-754) is a Los Angeles-class submarine serving with the U.S. Navy and named after the city in Kansas. Built by General Dynamics Electric Boat in Connecticut, construction began in 1986 and finished in 1988.
With a cost of about $145 million, the USS Topeka is a major investment in naval strength. As a Los Angeles-class submarine, it features advanced stealth, surveillance, and combat technology, making it vital for maritime defense and deterrence.
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Measuring 362 feet long and powered by an SG6 nuclear reactor, the USS Topeka offers remarkable endurance and reach. Its motto, "Defender of the Heartland," reflects its protective mission.
This submarine is the modern, heavyweight successor to the WWII-era USS Topeka. It is the third ship to carry the name, continuing a tradition of service and technological progress in the U.S. Navy. Its capabilities highlight the evolution of submarine warfare over time.
