Ship Record

HMS Vigilant (S30)

Learn about HMS Vigilant (S30)

a Vanguard-class submarine.

Quick Facts

Ship Name: HMS Vigilant
Type: Submarine
Class: Vanguard-class submarine
Pennant Number: S30
Launched: 1995
Built at: Vickers Shipbuilding
Commissioned: 1996
Armament: Trident missiles
Propulsion: Nuclear propulsion
Role: Ballistic missile submarine
Notable for: Strategic deterrent
Fate: Active
Status: In service