Yu-4
Yu-4
Torpedoes
Basic Information
Name
Yu-4
Designation
Yu-4
Alternate Designation
SAET-50, Yu-4A, Yu-4B
Equipment Type
Torpedoes
Manufacturer
—
Date of Introduction
1982
Description
The Yu-4 is a submarine-launched, passive acoustic-homing torpedo derived from the Soviet SAET-50/50M torpedo introduced in the late 1950s or early 1960s. Other upgraded versions, Yu-4B, are fitted with acoustic homing head and feature extended range using improved batteries. The torpedo has a diameter of 533mm, a range between 6 to 15 kilometers with a cruise speed from 30 to 40 knots, Yu-4A and Yu-4B respectively. The torpedo is suitable to engage both surface ships and submarines. The Yu-4A torpedo entered service with the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) submarine fleet in the early 1980s.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Torpedoes
Status
Active
Also Known As
SAET-50, Yu-4A, Yu-4B
Origin
China
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
1982
Total Production
?
Specifications (Deagel)
Dimensions — Diameter
533 millimeter
Dimensions — Length
7.8 meter
Mass — Warhead
309 kilogram
Mass — Weight
1,775 kilogram
Performance — Max Range
15,000 meter
Speed — Cruise Speed
40 knot
Details
Country of Origin
China
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a002924
Classification
Domain
Naval & Littoral
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
7.8 m
Width
—
Height
—
Weight
—
Operators (1)
China
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