F17 torpedo
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| DTCN F17 | |
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| Type | Anti-surface ship torpedo |
| Place of origin | France |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Direction Technique des Constructions Navales |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 1410 kg |
| Length | 5.9m (19.4ft) |
| Diameter | 550 mm (21.65 in) |
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| Maximum firing range | 18 km |
| Warhead | HE: 551 lbs (250kg) |
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| Engine | Electric, silver-zinc oxide batteries |
| Speed | 35 knots |
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Launch
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Frigates, submarines |
The DTCN F17 was a wire-guided 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.
References
- Submarines of the World, Jackson, Robert. Pg.290
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