USS Rhode Island
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The USS Rhode Island (SSBN 740) is an Ohio-class nuclear-powered ballistic submarine (also known as a 'Boomer') and on May 8, 2007 was named The Official Ballistic Submarine of The Colbert Report.
The Rhode Island serves in a deterrent role to counter the Manilow Threat, and also plays a role in the smash hit movie of the era Bears in a Submarine.
Technical Specifications
- Carries an official The Colbert Report poster
- Can carry up to 154 Trident II warheads or laser-guided cannolis in her D-5 ballistic nucular missile launch tubes
- Steam turbine powered by nucular reactor
- Cruising speed of 20 knots
A Tour
The crew gave The Good Doctor a tour of their sub (through his poster)
 The "crew quarters"... |
 the "control room"... |
 ...the "torpedo room"... |
 ...and the "galley"... |
 ...where they enjoy their sponges. |
External Links
Naval Vessel Registry page for the USS Rhode Island
