Specification Hull MaterialCarbon FiberDimension(L)105 cm *(W)55 cm Weight (excl. ADCP)17 kgPayload10 kgDraft15 cmPropulsionDuct type thrusterMoon Pool17.7cm in diameterCommunication RangeData telemetry: 2 km Remote Control: 1 kmRemote Control Frequency2.4GHzData Telemetry Frequency5.8 GHzSurvey Speed3 knots (1.5m/s)Max. Speed8 knots (4m/s)Battery Life6h at3knBattery Pack1 x 33V 40AhQuick Battery ReplacementInstrumentSOUTH 18S SBESEchologger series SBESHydrobook SBESSontek RiverSurveyor S5/M9Teledyne RD Instruments RiverRayTeledyne RD Instruments RiverProTeledyne RD Instruments StreamProLinkquest FlowquestOptionsADCP data telemetry Flexible moon pool for survey payload integration The 17.7cm moon pool supports flexible integration of different instruments like ADCPs and single beam echo sounders. Auto-pilot And Realtime Data Telemetry The SL20 USV supports both remote control and auto-pilot mode, performs great line tracking capability.The base station is easily to be set up on field for data telemetry. Flexible operation with remote controller The USV is operated by remote controller so that the operator can enjoy higher levels of flexibility and safety in harsh working environments. Compact and portable This USV only weighs 15kg and is 105cm long, so it can be carried by one person and transported in the trunk of a car. Adaptable to extremely shallow water With an low draft of 15cm, the SL20 USV allows bathymetry survey in super shallow water. High Speed and Well Protected Propeller Duct-type thruster brings maximum speed to 4m/sSafety protection avoids the propellers being intertwined with water plants or water debris.