Project 705 Lira, also known by its NATO reporting name, the Alfa-class nuclear attack submarine, specifically the K-64 during trials. This class of submarine was known for its unique design, including a revolutionary titanium hull and a powerful lead-bismuth liquid metal-cooled reactor. The use of a liquid metal reactor allowed for a smaller reactor size and very high speeds, with the submarines primarily used as interceptors.

 

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