Spearfish
Spearfish
Torpedoes
Operational Photo
Basic Information
Name
Spearfish
Designation
Spearfish
Alternate Designation
—
Equipment Type
Torpedoes
Manufacturer
BAE Systems
Date of Introduction
1994
Description
The Spearfish is a heavyweight torpedo designed to replace the Tigerfish torpedo aboard the Royal Navy submarines. It can perform both surface ships and submarines kill. The first Stingray achieved operational capability with the HMS Vanguard ballistic submarine in 1994. The Spearfish torpedo is powered by a gas turbine engine and the guidance system consists of a copper wire data link connected to the parent submarine submarine. However the Spearfish torpedo can be directed to its target autonomously. A blast fragmentation warhead ensures enemy submarine kill.
Naval & Littoral Specifications
Max Speed
60.3 knots
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Torpedoes
Status
Active
Origin
United Kingdom
Contractor
BAE Systems
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
1994
Total Production
?
Specifications (Deagel)
Dimensions — Diameter
533 millimeter
Dimensions — Length
6.1 meter
Mass — Weight
2,000 kilogram
Performance — Max Range
65,000 meter
Speed — Top Speed
31 mps
Details
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a001051
Classification
Domain
Naval & Littoral
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
6.1 m
Width
—
Height
—
Weight
—
Operators (1)
United Kingdom
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