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The Buccaneer's abandoned torpedo option

Torpedo armament appeared in early Buccaneer thinking but was considered and rejected before service.

Aerial Torpedoes Anti Shipping Blackburn Buccaneer Fleet Air Arm

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Question

Was the Blackburn Buccaneer ever considered for anti-shipping torpedoes?

Short answer

Yes, torpedoes appeared in early concepts, but the idea was rejected.

Notes

Anti-shipping torpedoes were included among the early Buccaneer concepts. The option was considered and then rejected. No reason for that decision is developed in this reply.