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Ghost Shark vs Sea Baby

Overview

The Ghost Shark and the Sea Baby are both Unmanned vessel classes.

The Ghost Shark was commissioned in 2026, 3 years after the Sea Baby (2023).

Introduced by Australia in 2024, the Ghost Shark is an extra-large unmanned undersea vessel designed for maritime surveillance, distinguished by its modular payload capability.
Origin πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia
Category Unmanned vessel
Type Extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle
Manufacturer Anduril Industries
Year introduced 2026
Number built 4 units
Estimated unit price NA
Introduced by Ukraine in 2023, the Sea Baby is an unmanned surface vehicle used for maritime strike operations, distinguished by its ability to carry an 850-kilogram explosive payload.
Origin πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukraine
Category Unmanned vessel
Type Unmanned surface vehicle
Manufacturer Security Service of Ukraine
Year introduced 2023
Number built NA
Estimated unit price NA
Maximum speed NA
Range NA
Length 12.0 m β—‰
Beam NA
Armament

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Maximum speed 49.0 knots
Range 540 nm
Length 6.0 m β—‰
Beam 2.0 m
Armament
  • Explosive warhead (up to 850 kg)
  • 6 x RPV-16 thermobaric grenade launchers

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Ghost Shark or Sea Baby?
The Sea Baby is faster with a maximum speed of 49 knots compared to the Ghost Shark's 0 knots.
Which has longer range, the Ghost Shark or Sea Baby?
The Sea Baby has a longer range at 540 nautical miles compared to the Ghost Shark's 0 nautical miles.
Which is longer, the Ghost Shark or Sea Baby?
The Ghost Shark is longer at 12.0 meters compared to the Sea Baby's 6.0 meters.