Swift Sea-Stalker drones are capable of traveling 1,000 nautical miles, carrying a payload of up to 680 kg, the manufacturer claims.
The American company Swiftships has been awarded a contract to supply its Swift Sea-Stalker (S3 USV) attack drones to the US Navy. This is discussed on the official website of the Swiftships company.
It is reported that the Swift Sea-Stalker was developed specifically for the Surface Warfare Center of the US Navy. Drones are designed for surveillance and interception, especially in waters of conflict regions around the world.
200% Deposit Bonus up to €3,000 180% First Deposit Bonus up to $20,000“These vessels represent the latest development in the field of unmanned surface vessels, providing unparalleled versatility and effectiveness in security operations,” — said the CEO of the company, Tim Carter.
According to the manufacturer, Swift Sea-Stalker drones are equipped with advanced technologies that allow to effectively monitor and respond to threats along the coastlines.
Technical characteristics of Swift Sea-Stalker:
- maximum speed — 45 knots;
- range — 1000 nautical miles;
- duration of sailing — 40 hours;
- engines — Yanmar 4LV230 and Hamilton HJ-213;
- maximum payload — 680 kg;
- body — strong marine-grade aluminum 5086.
As notes Ukrainian Shipping Magazine, the new Swift Sea-Stalker maritime drone resembles the Ukrainian Magura V5 attack drone, which the Defense Forces of Ukraine use in the war against the Russian Federation.