Series II Hyper-Sub Specifications

Hyper-Subs can be built in an almost unlimited number of ways based on a customers needs. The following specifications however are based on the Company’s standard Series II HS–45/1200C model that can incorporate a wide array of electronic, cabin and other modular options.

Principle Dimensions

Length Overall (LOA):
45’ 2” ( 14 meters)
Beam (With side tank modules installed):
16’ 6” (5 meters)
Height (arch deployed):
9’ 6” (3 meters)
Draft:
3’ 10” (1.2 meters)
Transportation Width:
14’ 6” (4 meters)
Transportation Height (arch stowed):
7’ 10” (2 meters)
Dry Weight:
30,000 lbs (13,608 kg)

Surface Vessel Performance

Cruise Speed:
30 mph (@ 3,000 RPM – min cargo) 48 kph (26 knots)
Fuel Consumption:
34 gal per hr. 127 liters per hr.
Planing speed:
achieved 8 seconds
Wide Open Throttle:
35 mph 57 kph (31 knots)

Submerged Characteristics

Submerged Propulsion:
Two (2) 60 hp 12” Innerspace thrusters/ electric over hydraulic
Station Keeping / Hover Capability:
Two (2) 10 hp vertical Innerspace thrusters
Normal Life-Support Duration:
12 hours
Emergency Life-Support Duration:
96 hours
Maximum Dive Depth (Steel Cabin):
1,200 feet (366 meters)
Max Submerged Speed:
5.5 knots

Surface Vessel Characteristics

Fuel Capacity:
525 gallons (1,987 liters)
Hull Construction:
Aluminum V-hull
Upper Decks:
Aluminum
Engines:
Two (2) – 480-hp Yanmar 6LY3-ETP diesel with V-drives
Transmissions / Ratio:
ZF/2.5:1
Propellers:
24x31 4-blade, no-cup Michigan Wheel

Standard System Features

  • Engine snorkel for diesel powered semi-submerged propulsion and semi-submerged recharge capabilities
  • Surveillance camera(s)
  • Variable Cargo Capacity: 6,000lbs (2,722 kg)
  • Standard Dive Air Storage: 4,000 std. cu. ft. @ 4500 psi (SCBA air rated)
  • Electrical system: 96 VDC and 12 VDC
  • SCBA air umbilical for prolonged diver support
  • SCUBA tank recharge capability
  • A/C Power Inverter
  • Rear and side deck space for Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) deployment, cargo or other purposes
  • Photonics periscope mast for surface reconnaissance while submerged

Battery Options

  • 22.8 kWh (AGM only)
  • 68 kWh
  • 136 kWh
  • 272 kWh

Cabin Materials

  • Steel:  1,200′ depth capability
  • Acrylic: 500′ depth capability