Editing Photon Torpedo (section)

==Tactical==
[[Image:Battle ds9 station.jpg|thumb|left|Deep Space 9 firing photon torpedo volleys from torpedo turrets]]
The Mark VI photon torpedo has a maximum explosive yield of 200 isotons, but even earlier models were capable of substantial destruction. An unshielded ship (for example, the Miranda class, USS Lantree could be obliterated with a single hit. 

Torpedoes can also be programmed to fire in a set dispersal pattern when brute force would not provide optimal results. By attacking multiple key systems on an enemy vessel at once, the overall damage can possibly be increased. The Enterprise-D was able to destroy a Klingon K'vort class battle cruiser in an alternate timeline with only one volley and follow-up phaser fire.

Despite the danger of a close-range explosion damaging the firing ship, a Starfleet crew's inherent knowledge of the weapon's design means that it is possible to modify the shields to protect the ship from the torpedo's impact.

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