Black Shark torpedo
| Black Shark | |
|---|---|
Indonesian navy submarine KRI Alugoro during a torpedo loading-unloading training exercise, handling a Black Shark heavyweight torpedo. | |
| Type | Heavyweight dual-purpose ASW and ASuW torpedo |
| Place of origin | Italy |
| Service history | |
| In service | BlackShark: 2004–present BlackShark Advanced: 2018-present |
| Used by | See operators |
| Production history | |
| Designed | BlackShark Advanced: 2010-18 |
| Manufacturer | WASS Submarine Systems, a subsidiary of Leonardo |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 6.3 m (21 ft) |
| Diameter | 533 mm (21.0 in) |
| Effective firing range | 50 km (27 nmi) |
| Warhead | High explosive STANAG 4439 and MURAT-2 compliant |
| Warhead weight | 350 kg (770 lb) |
Detonation mechanism | Various |
| Engine | Contra-rotating direct-drive brushless motor |
| Propellant | BlackShark: Al-AgO battery BlackShark Advanced: lithium-polymer rechargeable battery |
| Maximum speed | 50 knots (93 km/h) (unclassified) |
Launch platform | Submarine |
The Black Shark is a heavyweight torpedo developed by WASS Submarine Systems of Italy.