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Poseidon vs Protector USV

Poseidon vs Protector USV at a glance — displacement 100 vs 4 tons, length 24 vs 9 m, speed 100 vs 50 knots.

Specifications
Poseidon Protector USV
Origin 🇷🇺 Russia 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Unmanned vessel Unmanned vessel
Type Unmanned underwater vehicle Unmanned surface vehicle
Manufacturer Rubin Design Bureau Rafael Advanced Defense Systems
Year introduced -- --
Number built NA NA
Estimated unit price NA $3 million
Displacement 100 tons 4 tons
Maximum speed 100.0 knots 50.0 knots
Range 5,400 nm 400 nm
Length 24.0 m 9.0 m
Beam 2.0 m 3.5 m
Max depth 1,000 m NA
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Armament & Systems
Poseidon Protector USV
Armament
  • Conventional or nuclear warhead (speculated yield of 2 Mt or more)
  • Mini-Typhoon stabilized weapon system
Propulsion Liquid metal reactor (at least 15 MW) with electric transmission Single diesel engine driving water jets
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has greater displacement, the Poseidon or Protector USV?
The Poseidon has greater displacement at 100 tons compared to the Protector USV's 4 tons.
Which is faster, the Poseidon or Protector USV?
The Poseidon is faster with a maximum speed of 100 knots compared to the Protector USV's 50 knots.
Which has longer range, the Poseidon or Protector USV?
The Poseidon has a longer range at 5,400 nautical miles compared to the Protector USV's 400 nautical miles.
Which is longer, the Poseidon or Protector USV?
The Poseidon is longer at 24.0 meters compared to the Protector USV's 9.0 meters.