protector usv

Based on a 9 meter (30-foot) rigid-hulled inflatable boat, the Protector is stealthy, fast and highly maneuverable. The vessel's low profile upper structure is sealed and aerodynamic, and its modular platform design allows it to be reconfigured to meet changing mission requirements, such as force protection, anti-terror, surveillance and reconnaissance, mine and electronic warfare. A single diesel engine drives water jets, allowing speeds of 50 knots (92.6 km/h; 57.5 mph).