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MK48 Torpedo Propulsion System Development

Sector: Aerospace & Defense • Location: United States

Source: NavalToday.com

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Planned

Aerojet Rocketdyne has been awarded a $2.6 million contract by the US Office of Naval Research to develop a prototype propulsion system for the MK48 torpedo. The project aims to enhance the engine efficiency of the MK48 heavyweight torpedo, which is a critical weapon for the US Navy's submarines.

Status
Prospective
Sector
Aerospace & Defense, Residential, Commercial, Government
Location
United States of America
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
NavalToday.com

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The project “MK48 Torpedo Propulsion System Development” is an infrastructure initiative in the Aerospace & Defense sector, located in United States. Taiyo aggregates data on it from NavalToday.com.

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Aerojet Rocketdyne has been awarded a $2.6 million contract by the US Office of Naval Research to develop a prototype propulsion system for the MK48 torpedo. The project aims to enhance the engine efficiency of the MK48 heavyweight torpedo, which is a critical weapon for the US Navy's submarines.

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United States of America (USA)

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Aerospace & Defense, Residential, Commercial, Government

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2025-03-20

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