Torpedo MK 46 Physical Characteristics.

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Abstract:

Describes the MK 46 Torpedo in schematics with identification of essential characteristics in tabular form. Depending on its configuration, the MK 46 dimensions are about as follows Length 102 inches, diameter 12.8 inches, weight 512 lb. Major elements of the MK 46 are Transducer Nose, Warhead or Exercise Head, Fuel Tank and Afterbody Assembly. Among the configurations described are the WARSHOT Models 1, 2, 4, and 5, the Fleet Exercise Configuration and the Fleet Tracking Configuration. Author

Author(s):
Simeral, R. T.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL OCEAN SYSTEMS CENTER SAN DIEGO CA
Descriptive Note:
Technical document,
Pagination:
0031

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NOSC/TD-195, GIDEP-E161-2604
Monitor Series:
E161-2604
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1.2.2_Exercising; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_6_Net Centric
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*ACOUSTIC TORPEDOES, *HOMING TORPEDOES, SPECIFICATIONS, FUEL TANKS, AFTERBODIES, EXERCISE HEADS, TORPEDO WARHEADS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Torpedoes
Keyword(s):
*Mark 46 torpedoes, WARSHOT torpedoes, Mark 46 mod 1 torpedoes, Mark 46 Mod 2 torpedoes, Mark 46 mod 4 torpedoes, Mark 46 mod 5 torpedoes, Acoustic transducers
Report Date:
1978 Aug 01