Saab Lightweight Torpedo
Saab Lightweight Torpedo
Torpedoes
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Basic Information
Name
Saab Lightweight Torpedo
Designation
Saab Lightweight Torpedo
Alternate Designation
New Lightweight Torpedo, SLWT, Torped 47
Equipment Type
Torpedoes
Manufacturer
Saab
Date of Introduction
2022
Description
The New Lightweight Torpedo (NLT) is being developed by Saab for the Swedish Navy under the its underwater capabilities for the 2015-2024 period. The NLT is a new generation 400mm torpedo derived from the proven Torpedo 45 and is optimized for shallow-water anti-submarine warfare operations in the Baltic Sea. It will deliver significant performance improvements to deal with evolving threats in international scenarios. Sweden ordered a first batch of torpedoes in May 2016 and Finland placed an order for its Hamina-class vessels in January 2018.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Torpedoes
Status
Active
Also Known As
New Lightweight Torpedo, SLWT, Torped 47
Origin
Sweden
Contractor
Saab
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
October 17, 2022
First Flight
June 9, 2020
Total Production
?
Specifications (Deagel)
Dimensions — Diameter
400 millimeter
Details
Country of Origin
Sweden
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a003111
Classification
Domain
Naval & Littoral
Equipment Status
Active
Operators (2)
Sweden
Finland
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