India to get advanced anti-submarine torpedoes from US.

[Kinetic]

Regarding ASW P-28, P-8I as well as other systems will give Indian Navy huge advantages over other navies in the IOR except USN.

 

[SpArK]

Lots of co operation from Raytheon.

Great development and excellent news.

 

[SpArK]

US clears sale of anti-submarine torpedoes to Indian Navy
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New Delhi The United States has cleared the potential sale of anti-submarine torpedoes for the eight P-8I maritime surveillance aircraft of the Indian Navy.
“We welcome the news that the US Congress has been officially notified of the potential sale of Mk-54 Lightweight Torpedoes to the Indian Navy,” the US embassy said in a release.

The Mk-54 is the most advanced lightweight torpedo in the US Navy inventory and is intended to be employed with the P-8I maritime patrol aircraft, eight of which are currently under construction for India in the US at Boeing facilities there.

The P-8I, equipped with Mk-54 torpedoes, will provide highly effective long-range anti-submarine warfare capabilities for the Indian Navy, it said.


“The final content and price for the deal will be determined during discussions with the Government of India.

This sale reflects the mutual benefits of the US-India security partnership,” they said.

For India, the combined sale of the P-8I aircraft with the Mk-54 torpedoes will add to India’s anti-submarine capability as it expands its ability to protect India and the critical sea lanes of the Indian Ocean, it said.

In a USD 2.1 billion deal in 2009, India had ordered eight P-8Is from the US defence major Boeing through the Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) route.

The aircraft are expected to start joining the Indian Navy fleet in the next two years.


US clears sale of anti-submarine torpedoes to Indian Navy - Express India

 

[Veeru]

 

[ramu]

Damn that is too costly. 4.5 crore for one torpedo ?

Compare that with the cost of a sub. Even better, compare that with the cost of the destruction a sub can do.

 

[KEETARP]

Excellent , ASW-JDAM i see .

Can someone post a CGI of P8i with harpoon+Mk54+Sonobuyos

 

[Laughing_soldier]

Damn that is too costly. 4.5 crore for one torpedo ?

One submarine costs 2500 crore. One Brahmos missile costs 10 crore.

 

[Laughing_soldier]

Excellent , ASW-JDAM i see .

Can someone post a CGI of P8i with harpoon+Mk54+Sonobuyos

 

[sudhir007]

WASHINGTON, June 27, 2011 – The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress Friday of a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of India for 32 MK-54 All-Up-Round Lightweight Torpedoes and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $86 million.
The Government of India has requested a possible sale of 32 MK-54 All-Up-Round Lightweight Torpedoes, 3 recoverable exercise torpedoes, 1 training shape, containers, spare and repair parts, support and test equipment, publications and technical documentation, personnel training and training equipment, transportation, U.S. Government and contractor representatives’ technical assistance, engineering and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistics support. The estimated cost is $86 million.
This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to strengthen the U.S.-India strategic relationship and to improve the security of a key important partner which continues to be an important force for political stability, peace, and economic progress in South Asia.
India intends to use the torpedoes on its Indian Navy P-8I Neptune maritime patrol aircraft, which will provide enhanced capabilities in effective defense of critical sea lines of communication.
The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region.
The prime contractors will be The Boeing Company in St. Louis, Missouri, and a yet to be identified U.S. torpedo contractor. Details of a potential offset agreement in connection with the proposed sale are not known as of the date of this transmittal.
Implementation of this proposed sale will require U.S. Government and contractor representative in-country visits on a temporary basis for technical reviews, support, and oversight.
There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
This notice of a potential sale is required by law and does not mean the sale has been concluded.

http://www.dsca.mil/PressReleases/36-b/2011/India_11-15.pdf

 

[prabhu]

India to get anti-submarine torpedoes from US.
28 Jun, 2011, 03.45PM IST,IANS

NEW DELHI: India will get lightweight anti-submarines torpedoes to arm the eight P-8I maritime patrol aircraft it is buying from the US, with the Obama administration notifying the potential sale to the US Congress on Tuesday.

The news was welcomed by the US embassy in New Delhi, which said the sale of Mk-54 torpedoes reflects the mutual benefits of the India-US security relationship.

The Pentagon has "officially notified" the potential sale of Mk-54 lightweight torpedoes to the Indian Navy.

The Mk-54 is the most advanced lightweight torpedo in the US Navy inventory and is intended to be employed with the P-8I maritime patrol aircraft, eight of which are currently under construction for India by US aerospace major Boeing.

The P-8I, equipped with Mk-54 torpedoes, will provide highly-effective long-range anti-submarine warfare capabilities for the Indian Navy.

"The final content and price for the deal will be determined during discussions with the Indian government," the US embassy said.

"This sale reflects the mutual benefits of the U.S.-India security partnership. For India, the combined sale of the P-8I aircraft with the Mk-54 torpedoes will add to India's anti-submarine capability, as it expands its ability to protect India and the critical sea lanes of the Indian Ocean," it said.

"The offer highlights the US commitment to share cutting-edge technology with India and to ensure that both nations enjoy the benefits of a secure and stable South Asia," it added.

In addition to the US Navy, the Mk-54 torpedo is also in service with the Royal Australian Navy.

India to get anti-submarine torpedoes from US - The Economic Times

With the chinese predicted to have more no of submarines than the US in the coming years thats a very smart move

 

[prabhu]

So guys when IN is going to sign follow-on order for P8I ??

India has already signed for 12 of them