AIRCAT Panther
The AIRCAT Panther is a cutting-edge optionally-crewed vessel and ASV (autonomous surface vessel) that excels in a number of mission-critical naval and defense roles, including front-line logistics, ISR, electronic warfare, and distributed attacks. Constructed with a low-signature hull and superstructure, it offers class-leading speed and endurance, with a top speed of over 50 knots and a range of 400 nautical miles.
With an open architecture and ample onboard payload space, the Panther can be equipped with a range of offensive and defensive capabilities, including EO/IR and radar sensor packages, counter-UAS systems, swarming loitering munitions, and anti-ship missiles.
Specifications:
| Dimensions: | Length 17.5 m (57 ft) Beam 6.7 m (21.9 ft) Draft 0.5 m (1.6 ft) On Cushion / 1.4 m (4.5 ft) Off Cushion Height Overall 5 m (16.4 ft) |
| Displacement: | 38 mt (37.39 lt) |
| Main Engines: | 2 x MTU 10V2000 M72 / 1205 BHP |
| Max Continuous Power (ISO Conditions): | 2 x 900 kW |
| Speed: | Max 46 – 50 kts loadout dependent Cruise 38 kts |
| Range: | 400 nm @ 38 kts |
| Sea Keeping / Stability: | Sea State 3 Full Speed Sea State 4 Reduced Speed Sea State 5 Restricted Operations Sea State 6 Survivable |
| Crew: | Unmanned Capable of accommodating 3 crew, plus 24 (up to 36 in max load) personnel or 6 personnel and 2 MTRZ A4 ATVs In medevac/ ambulatory service, capable of accommodating 3 crew, plus 4 medics (with their equipment) and 12 stretchers |
| Aft Mission Payload Deck: | 40 sq m 10 ton capacity |
