DCTN F17
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| DCTN F17 | |
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| Type | Anti-surface ship torpedo |
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| Manufacturer | DTCN |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 1410 kg |
| Length | 5.9m (19.4ft) |
| Diameter | 533mm (21in) |
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| Warhead | HE: 551lbs (250kg) |
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| Operational range |
18km |
| Speed | 35nodes |
The DCTN F17 was an anti-surface ship torpedo originally produced in 1971. France, Spain, and Saudi Arabia were its primary users.
A control panel above the launch platform allowed for instantaneous switching between two modes, wire-guided or autonomous passive homing.
[edit] References
- Submarines of the World, Jackson, Robert. Pg.290

