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Mk 54 LWT

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Mk 54 LWT

The Mk 54 Lightweight Torpedo (LWT) is a U.S. anti-submarine warfare (ASW) torpedo designed to be launched from surface ships, fixed-wing aircraft, and helicopters. It combines the advanced sonar and guidance system of the Mk 50 torpedo with the propulsion system of the Mk 46 torpedo, offering enhanced performance against modern submarines in both shallow and deep waters.

Specifications

TypeMissile System
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerRaytheon Integrated Defense Systems
Introduced2004
StatusIn service
Speed74 km/h
Range9.1 km
Weight0.276 t

History

Developed in the US by Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems, this torpedo entered service in 2004 as an upgrade to previous lightweight torpedoes.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
United States18confirmed

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