M48 USV
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157-foot combat-capable autonomous surface vessel for open-ocean missions including air and missile defense support, ASW, logistics, EW, and SAR.
M48 USV is a military USV platform developed by Magnet Defense. 157-foot combat-capable autonomous surface vessel for open-ocean missions including air and missile defense support, ASW, logistics, EW, and SAR. It is positioned for autonomous operations, combat-capable, and long-endurance missionsand is listed publicly as in production. Published specifications captured in this database include a published length of about 47.85 m, a reported range of about 31484 km, and payload information listed as 100-ton payload capacity. The platform is described as autonomous in terms of control and autonomy. Its concept emphasizes persistent on-water presence, modular payload integration, and lower operating burden than a comparable crewed craft. Additional context: 17,000 nautical miles converted to about 31,484 km.
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17,000 nautical miles converted to about 31,484 km.