Mark 29 torpedo
The Mark 29 torpedo was a submarine-launched, acoustic torpedo designed by Westinghouse Electric in 1945 for the United States Navy. It used the same acoustic system as the Mark 28 torpedo but was faster, operated at various depths, had an external depth setter, and could run as either a straight or a homing torpedo. The Mod 1 variant had two speeds, a remote-setting variable enabler and an anti-circular run device.
Mark 29 torpedo
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- Mark 29 torpedo
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- acoustic torpedo
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- United States
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In April 1945, the Mark 29 program was discontinued.
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• Name — Mark 29 torpedo • Origin — United States • Type — Acoustic torpedo • Is Ranged — yes • Is Explosive — yes • Is Missile — yes • Service — never in service • Designer — Westinghouse Electric • Design Date — 1945 • Variants — Mark 29 Mod 1 torpedo • Weight — 3200 pounds • Length — 246 inches • Diameter — 21 inches • Range — 4000–12,000 yards • Filling — Mk 28 Mod 2, HBX • Filling Weight — 550 pounds • Detonation — Mk 14 Mod 2 contact exploder • Engine — Electric • Speed — 21–28 knots • Guidance — Gyroscope • Launch Platform — Submarines
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