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MK 54 Fleet Exercise Section

Recoverable, non-explosive exercise section for the MK 54 lightweight torpedo.

by Karman Space & Defense

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About MK 54 Fleet Exercise Section

The MK 54 Fleet Exercise Section replaces the torpedo's live warhead with a recoverable exercise and recovery assembly for U.S. Navy anti-submarine warfare training. Karman developed it and in July 2026 won a $21.3 million Northrop Grumman contract to move from proof of demonstration to proof of manufacture ahead of low-rate initial production.

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