US Navy plans major torpedo stockpile overhaul as military shifts to two-war strategy
Navy is poised to overhaul its torpedo inventory under the newly-approved congressional budget as the military shifts toward a "two-war" strategy.Lawmakers made it clear that the U.S. needs to build quantities of undersea weapons sufficient to maintain two major regional conflicts simultaneously, according to Naval News.Manufacturers are now focused on building up supplies of the U.S.
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The U.S. Navy will overhaul its torpedo supply after Congress approved a new budget. The goal is to have enough torpedoes to fight two major wars at the same time. The Navy is buying more MK-48 ADCAP heavyweight torpedoes and MK-54 lightweight torpedoes. These weapons are used by submarines and ships to attack enemy vessels.
Why it matters
A strong torpedo stockpile helps the U.S. defend its interests overseas. Changes in military spending can affect taxes and national security.
- What is the reason for the torpedo overhaul?
- To meet the new two-war strategy requiring enough weapons for two simultaneous conflicts.
- Which torpedoes are being increased?
- The MK-48 ADCAP heavyweight and MK-54 lightweight torpedoes.
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