Kilo subs

I'm guessing the Chinese Kilos should be slightly more advanced because they are built later.

the indians subs are the standard varient, the chinese ones are the improved 636 varient.

not sure about that part

yes, it even stated indian kilos were the standard 877 varient.

Of the 10 Kilos already in the Indian Navy, seven have been equipped with the 3M-54E1 Alfa cruise missile. The remaining three boats will be refitted with this missile over the next two years. (The upgraded version of Project 877EKM subs are referred to as Project 636.)

Yes, the Kilos are highly capable submarines. The PLAN made a good decision to go with the 636. From what I understand the remaining Kilo's sold to China will all be Klub capable.

tphuang said:

hmm, considering the problem PLAAF had with su-27, it's not surprising plan is having problems with kilos.

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china had huge engine problems wit its fisrst two kilos aswell.

Well, China will need its Kilos. It is the only sub in PLAN now that can launch long range ASMs.

sumdud said:

Well, China will need its Kilos. It is the only sub in PLAN now that can launch long range ASMs.

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I'm sure the Song subs will eventually be equipped with YJ-83s and Yuan will probably be equipped with YJ-62s

YJ-62s? Aren't those the improved air-Silkworms/Drakens?
If you mean the YJ-12, I doubt those are going under water.