Mk 46 LWT
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Mk 46 Lightweight Torpedo is a primary anti-submarine warfare (ASW) weapon used by the.S. Navy and many allied nations. It is designed to be launched from surface ships, fixed-wing aircraft, and helicopters to engage submerged targets.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Raytheon |
| Introduced | 1963 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 74 km/h |
| Range | 11 km |
| Weight | 0.23 t |
History
First introduced in the US in 1963, it has been a primary ASW weapon for many navies for decades.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | — | confirmed |
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