Description
The HydroCat-180™ is a USV capable of transiting from inshore to nearshore environments while carrying high-resolution payloads to conduct fully autonomous hydrographic surveys. The HydroCat-180 is an 18-ft (5.5 m) catamaran, with individually articulated hulls, a gimballed deck, and dual, actuated electric motors. Additionally, the vessel can be transported via trailer, has a retractable sonar mount, SVP winch, and is capable of operating autonomously.
- Top Speed: 6.9 kn
- Hull Length: 5.5m
- Hull Width: 2.5m
- Power: 12-24 VDC
- Battery Endurance: 8 hours +
- Payload: 700lbs/317.5kg
- Motor: 2xElectric Torqueedo 4kW ~ 10HP
- Hull Material: UV resistant HDPE
- Empty Hull Weight: 1300lbs/590kg
- Frame: Aluminum
- Remote Control: RCU 2.4GHz
- Remote Range: Up to 2 km