Mark 54
Function |
Lightweight torpedo |
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Manufacturer | Raytheon Systems |
Designed |
1999 |
Guidance | Active or passive/active acoustic homing |
Power Plant |
Reciprocating external combustion (Otto II liquid fuel) |
Weight | 276 kilograms |
Diameter |
324 mm |
Length |
2.72 metres |
Speed |
74.1 kilometres per hour |
The Mark 54 Lightweight Hybrid Torpedo (LHT) is an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) torpedo used by the Royal Australian Navy. It is air-dropped by the Navy's MH-60R ASW helicopters.