Rumoured "mini-nuke/diesel" Submarine SSK-N(?) thread

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Building "SSN-like SSKs" makes sense, especially as UUVs undertake more missions previously performed by SSKs.

How else would you expect relatively larger SSK platforms, with "next generation" AIP technology, in PLAN service or elsewhere to evolve in terms of capabilities?

A SSKN would be more of an ambush predator like regular SSKs, with the difference that instead of needing to snorkel or ratio oxygen, it can just stay submerged while charging batteries during the waiting phase. Then it can sprint in and out when it is attacking, and then go low speed/silent for another recharge.

SSNs on the other hand are more like endurance predators that can shadow and chase down prey.

Kinda like snake vs. wolf.