Capable of traveling at speeds more than 30 knots powered by two A4W nuclear reactors, the Nimitz carriers have proven to play a pivotal role in the service’s fleet. As the Nimitz-class ...

For propulsion it relies on two Westinghouse A4W nuclear reactors, which power four steam turbines and can generate 260,000 horsepower. Nimitz’s top speed is 31.5 knots. Not bad for a boat ...