The upcoming Columbia class (formerly known as the Ohio Replacement Submarine and SSBN-X Future Follow-on Submarine) are nuclear -powered ballistic missile submarines of the United States …

Dec 16, 2025 · The Columbia-class submarine is the backbone of U.S. nuclear deterrence—explore its design, cost, timeline, and strategic role in this in-depth guide.

Jan 13, 2025 · WASHINGTON – Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced Jan. 13 that the newest Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine will be named the future USS Groton (SSBN 828). …

Sep 30, 2025 · The Navy’s Columbia (SSBN-826) class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) aims to design and build a class of 12 new SSBNs to replace the Navy’s current force of 14 aging Ohio-class …

Starting in 2031, the Navy plans to replace each retiring Ohio-class boat with a new Columbia-class SSBN submarine. The Navy has identified the Columbia-class program as its top priority program, …

Jul 24, 2025 · Despite massive delays impacting nearly all of the US Navy’s upcoming projects, there appears to be progress concerning the Columbia -class ballistic missile submarine.

Aug 14, 2025 · Originally referred to as SSBN-X, the Colombia-class is intended to replace the Ohio-class and ensure American naval dominance for the next several decades.

Superior acoustical performance and state-of-the-art sensors make the Columbia class the quietest, stealthiest and most capable submarines ever built. When fully deployed, the Columbia class will …

The Navy's Columbia (SSBN-826) class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) aims to design and build a class of 12 new SSBNs to replace the Navy's current force of 14 aging Ohio-class SSBNs. Since …

The Navy plans to invest almost $130 billion to research, develop, and purchase 12 Columbia class submarines to replace the current fleet of 14 Ohio class ballistic missile submarines, the sea-based …