MilitaryMark 48 torpedo
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Mark 48 and its improved Advanced Capability (ADCAP) variant are American heavyweight submarine-launched torpedoes. They were designed to sink deep-diving nuclear-powered submarines and high-performance surface ships.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Raytheon |
| Introduced | 1996 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 100 km/h |
| Range | 50 km |
| Weight | 1.6 t |
History
Developed in the US by Raytheon, this torpedo entered service in 1996 and has been a primary weapon for US Navy submarines.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 56 | confirmed |
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