AUVSAutonomous Underwater Vehicles

Verified vehicle record · Current

LRAUV

The commercial continuation of MBARI’s long-range propeller-driven AUV architecture for ship-light ocean observation.

By Saab

Long-range AUV300 m; 1,500 m optionpublished maximum depth

Technical specifications

ManufacturerSaab
StatusCurrent
Vehicle classLong-range AUV
Person-portableYes
Maximum operating depth300 m; 1,500 m option
EndurancePublished as range: >1,000 km rechargeable; >2,000 km primary lithium
Range>1,000 km at 1 kn lithium; >2,000 km at 1.5 kn lithium primary
LengthNot published
Diameter0.305 m
BeamNot published
HeightNot published
WeightApproximately 110 kg
Speed0–2.5 kn
Power systemNot published
NavigationNot published
CommunicationsWi-Fi, cellular, satellite and acoustic
Sensors & payloadsModular scientific and mission payloads

“Not published” means no value was found in the cited primary source selected for this record. It is not an estimate.

Primary applications

  • Oceanographic research
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Persistent surveillance