USS Ohio

General Product Description

Our MyMahoganyModel USS Ohio exhibits unique, unrivaled quality and detailed design to come as close as possible to the accuracy of the actual craft. It comes as standard with a robust, durable base or stand which is available in a variety of different finishes designed to match your own personal requirements including solid wood, wood with polished metal supports or adjustable wood wall mount and will be ready within about 9-10 weeks from placement of order.

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USS Ohio (SSGN-726): A Titan of the Deep

The USS Ohio (SSGN-726) is a nuclear-powered submarine of the United States Navy and the lead ship of the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs). Commissioned in 1981, USS Ohio was originally designed to carry and launch ballistic missiles as part of America’s strategic nuclear deterrent. Later, she was converted into a guided missile submarine (SSGN), adapting to new mission requirements and continuing to play a crucial role in modern naval operations.

Design and Construction

USS Ohio was constructed at the Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics in Groton, Connecticut. She was laid down on July 1, 1974, launched on November 7, 1979, and commissioned on November 11, 1981.

Key specifications include:

• Displacement: Approximately 18,750 tons submerged

• Beam: 42 feet (13 meters)

• Propulsion: One S8G nuclear reactor powering a single shaft

• Speed: Over 20 knots submerged

• Crew: About 155 officers and enlisted personnel

Original Role: Ballistic Missile Submarine (SSBN)

As an SSBN, USS Ohio was armed with Trident C4 ballistic missiles, later upgraded to Trident II D5 missiles with greater range and accuracy. These missiles gave the United States a sea-based strategic nuclear deterrent capable of striking targets worldwide.

Ohio-class submarines, including USS Ohio, operate stealthily beneath the ocean’s surface for extended periods, making them one of the most survivable elements of the U.S. nuclear triad. Their ability to remain undetected provides a secure second-strike capability, deterring potential nuclear aggression.

Conversion to Guided Missile Submarine (SSGN)

With the end of the Cold War and changing strategic priorities, the U.S. Navy decided to convert four Ohio-class SSBNs into guided missile submarines (SSGNs) capable of supporting special operations and conventional strike missions.

• USS Ohio was converted between 2003 and 2006.

• The ballistic missile tubes were modified to carry up to 154 Tomahawk cruise missiles, enabling precision land-attack capabilities.

• The submarine was also equipped to support special operations forces, including deploying Navy SEALs via specially designed lockout chambers.

• The ship’s designation changed from SSBN-726 to SSGN-726 to reflect this new role.

Operational Role

As an SSGN, USS Ohio provides the U.S. Navy with a versatile platform capable of:

• Conducting precision strikes with cruise missiles in support of global military operations.

• Launching special operations forces covertly for reconnaissance, direct action, and other missions.

• Acting as a key asset in intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.

The flexibility and stealth of USS Ohio make her a critical asset in both peacetime and wartime scenarios, capable of striking deep inland targets while remaining hidden beneath the sea.

Legacy and Importance

USS Ohio remains one of the largest submarines ever built and is a symbol of American naval innovation. Her transformation from a strategic nuclear deterrent to a conventional strike and special operations platform illustrates the adaptability of military assets in response to evolving threats.

Conclusion

The USS Ohio (SSGN-726) stands as a testament to the U.S. Navy’s ability to evolve and maintain maritime superiority across decades. From her original mission of strategic deterrence with nuclear missiles to her current role as a versatile guided missile submarine, Ohio continues to be a formidable force beneath the waves, ensuring American interests are protected worldwide.