SST torpedo
| SST torpedo | |
|---|---|
| Type | Heavyweight dual-purpose ASW and ASuW torpedo |
| Place of origin | Germany |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1972-Present |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Atlas Elektronik |
| Variants | SST-3, SST-4 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 1,414 kilograms (3,117 lb) |
| Diameter | 533 mm |
| Maximum firing range | 37 kilometres (20 nmi) |
| Warhead weight | 260 kilograms (570 lb) |
Detonation mechanism | Contact or proximity detonation |
| Engine | Electrical batteries |
| Maximum speed | 37 knots (69 km/h) |
Guidance system | wire-guided with active/passive acoustic homing sonar |
The SST family is a series of German dual-purpose 21 inch wire-guided torpedoes produced for export by Atlas Elektronik. SST stands for Special Surface Target.