Mk. IX Intercept Torpedo

seaQuest fires intercepts to destroy incoming torpedoes

DESCRIPTION:
Self-propelled guided projectile that operates underwater and is designed to detonate when in proximity of incoming torpedoes.

The MK-IX is designed to intercept high speed torpedoes fired from nuclear submarines and surface ships. The MK-IX replaced the MK-VII intercept torpedo. The MK-IX has been operational in the U.S. and UEO Navies since 2029. The MK-IX, when combined with countermeasures, is approximately 78.2% effective.

FEATURES:
MK-IX intercept torpedo can operate with or without wire guidance and use active and/or passive homing. When launched it executes programmed target search, acquisition and attack procedures. It can also conduct multiple reattacks if it misses the target.

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Lightweight intercept torpedo for submarines
CONTRACTOR:
Klein
POWER PLANT:
Fuel cells; pump jet
LENGTH:
9.6 feet
WEIGHT:
1,674 lbs.
DIAMETER:
17 inches
RANGE:
Minimum of 1200ft, Greater than 3 miles
DEPTH:
Greater than 22000 ft
SPEED:
Greater than 210 knots
GUIDANCE SYSTEM:
Wire guided and passive/active acoustic homing
WARHEAD:
275 lbs. high explosive
DATE DEPLOYED:
2029