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| A244-S Torpedo | |
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 Indonesian Navy frigate KRI Raden Eddy Martadinata during torpedo firing exercise with WASS A244-S Mod.3 lightweight torpedo (training head). | |
| Type | Lightweight ASW torpedo |
| Place of origin | Italy |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1982 |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Leonardo |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 254 kg (560 lb) |
| Length | 2.75 m (9.0 ft) |
| Diameter | 324 mm (12.8 in) |
| Effective firing range | 13.5 km (7.3 nmi) |
| Maximum firing range | 6 km for Mod. 1, 13.5 km for Mod. 3 |
| Warhead | high explosive STANAG 4439 and MURAT-2 compliant |
| Warhead weight | 45 kg (99 lb) |
Detonation mechanism | various |
| Engine | contra-rotating direct-drive brushless electric motor |
| Propellant | AgCl-Mg battery |
| Maximum depth | 600 m |
| Maximum speed | 30/39 kn [16/20 m/s] |
Guidance system | active / passive acoustic homing |
Steering system | CIACIO-S seeker |
Launch platform | Vessel / aircraft / helicopter |
The A244-s is an Italian lightweight, fire-and-forget torpedo employed for anti-submarine warfare. It can be launched from surface vessels or aircraft and locates the target using an acoustic seeker.