The submarine was originally named Ouessant before being renamed KD Hukon by the Royal Malaysian Navy.
It served as a training vessel for the first batch of Malaysian submariners while docked in France.
The submarine measures approximately 67 meters in length.
The transportation process to bring the vessel from France to Klebang required specialized heavy-lift shipping methods.
The vessel is maintained by Perzim, the Malacca Museums Corporation.
Muzium Kapal Selam is a maritime museum featuring the decommissioned Royal Malaysian Navy submarine, the KD Hukon. The vessel, a French-built Agosta 70 class submarine, was transported from France to Malacca to serve as an educational exhibit. Visitors can board and walk through the interior, including the command center, torpedo room, and crew living quarters. The display is situated on a landscaped site near the coastline of Klebang. The museum highlights the history of naval warfare technology and the daily life of submariners. It remains one of the few places in Southeast Asia where the public can enter a decommissioned submarine of this class.
From the beachfront path looking back at the full length of the submarine hull.
Dress in light, breathable clothing as the interior of the submarine can become extremely hot and humid.
Avoid visiting during the peak heat of the afternoon, as the metal hull retains significant warmth.
Wear slip-on shoes for easier removal if required for certain tight passageways.
Avoid visiting during heavy rain as the exterior stairs and decks become slippery and the interior may close for safety.
Maintain a quiet demeanor inside the confined spaces and refrain from touching sensitive navigation instruments.
