0
The spar torpedo was first effectively used to sink ships during the US Civil War (1861).
The automotive torpedo was first effectively used in the Russo-Turkish War (1877).
The first major use of self propelled torpedoes (automotive torpedoes) was the Russo-Japanese War (1904-05).
All torpedoes mentioned above were launched from torpedo boats or torpedo boat destroyers.
Still curious? Ask our experts.
Chat with our AI personalities
ViviYour ride-or-die bestie who's seen you through every high and low.
Chat with Vivi
FranI've made my fair share of mistakes, and if I can help you avoid a few, I'd sure like to try.
Chat with Fran
CoachSuccess isn't just about winning—it's about vision, patience, and playing the long game.
Chat with Coach
Add your answer:
Earn +20 ptsQ: When were torpedoes first used?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
Continue Learning about Military History
How are torpedoes used present day?
how are torpedoes used present day?
When did Robert Fulton invent the first naval torpedoes?
Robert Fulton invented the first naval torpedoes in 1797.
How are torpedoes used today?
Yes
Who used Torpedoes in World War I?
The Germans
What were torpedoes used against during World War 1?
Submarines used torpedoes in anti-shipping roles hoping to cripple the enemies ability to supply and reinforce points of conflict as well as to hamper the enemies economy .
Trending Questions
The effect of the south's military defeat in the civil war?
Which Battle marked the first defeat of the Japanese in the Pacific?
What was the purpose of the sandbags on the rear side of the trench?
What did the Cold War end with?
What are the Names and dates of all the battles of World War 1?
What made jackson and lee an effective military team?
What is the best characterization of the McCarran Internal Security Act of 1950?
How did David Farragut seize New Orleans?
How did Zimmerman note affect American neutrality?
What nation dropped out of the war in 1918?
How did fashion change during world war 2?
Why did the industrial output of the US during the war astound the rest of the world?
What was the best stock investment during World War 2?
What does the weakened state of captives do to reduce their capacity to collectively resist adversary exploitation efforts?
What vermin were found on the battlefields in World War 1?
When did Battle of Kartarpur happen?
What was vietnaminzation?
Was the fighting style in the Battle of Midway air sea or land?
Where was the first tank introduced in world war 1?
Why the war quickly reached a stalemate?
Copyright ©2025 Infospace Holdings LLC, A System1 Company. All Rights Reserved. The material on this site can not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with prior written permission of Answers.