Mk 42 class Recon Drone

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Description (Specifications)

Operation: The Mk 42 is a recon drone used by the Navy. They are not front line service units. They are large (2M long x 533MM Dia.) and clunky by modern standards. The drone has a compartment in the nose which can house a variety of sensors and cameras. Even though the navy acquired them as recon drones, the marine gunners managed to adapt a wide array of explosive cargo including nukes to fit within the nose compartment turning the drone into a "poor mans torpedo." Considering the navy attitude for marines, it is hard not to appreciate their utilitarian outlook.

History & Background (Dossier)

Representative Examples & Classes: The Mk 42 is a Naval Recon drone which has been used by military for air and space recon.

The Mk 42 has a maximum acceleration of 4G.

Guidance includes an optional add on wire spool enabling a live operator to navigate the drone without interference from jamming and hacking.

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