Navy Seeks New Standoff Aerial Torpedo
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The U.S. Navy is developing a next-generation standoff torpedo for carrier-based aircraft and drones, called the Silent Anvil Air-Launched Torpedo. The new weapon aims to strike subsurface targets at range, weighing up to 268 pounds. A request for information was released by Naval Air Systems Command to field the new anti-submarine weapon.
Why it matters
The development of the Silent Anvil Air-Launched Torpedo enhances the Navy's anti-submarine capabilities, allowing for more effective and longer-range engagements against subsurface targets. This advancement in weaponry supports the Navy's efforts to maintain maritime superiority.
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