[5] It was succeeded by the problematic Mark 14 torpedo, but remained in service in S-boats and fleet submarines through the Pacific War.
[6] The Mark 10 featured the largest warhead (497 lb (225 kg) of TNT) of any U.S. torpedo developed at that time.
[citation needed] The gyro angle could be set for a new course up to 90 degrees port or starboard from the current course of the submarine before launch.
[10] By January 5, 1942 the Bureau of Ordnance informed Commander, Submarines, Pacific Fleet the Mark 10 torpedoes ran four feet deeper than set.
[citation needed] The Mark 10 torpedo was withdrawn from service with the retirement of the R and S classes in late 1945.