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MAGURA vs Protector USV

Overview

The MAGURA and the Protector USV are both Unmanned vessel classes.

The Protector USV displaces 4 tons — 4.0x the MAGURA's 1 tons. The MAGURA reaches 42 knots vs 50 knots for the Protector USV. Operational range is 432 nautical miles for the MAGURA vs 400 for the Protector USV.

Introduced by Ukraine in 2023, the MAGURA V5 is a reconnaissance and strike unmanned surface vehicle featuring a low-profile V-shaped hull designed for reduced radar visibility.
Origin 🇺🇦 Ukraine
Category Unmanned vessel
Type Unmanned surface vehicle
Manufacturer Red Cat
Year introduced 2023
Number built NA
Estimated unit price NA
Developed by Israel and introduced in 2005, the Protector USV is a maritime security vessel distinguished by its stealthy, rigid-hulled inflatable boat design.
Origin 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Unmanned vessel
Type Unmanned surface vehicle
Manufacturer Rafael Advanced Defense Systems
Year introduced --
Number built NA
Estimated unit price $3 million
Displacement 1 tons
Maximum speed 42.0 knots
Range 432 nm
Length 5.5 m
Beam NA
Propulsion 270 hp diesel engine
Armament
  • Explosive charge up to 300 kg
  • 2 x R-73 air-to-air missiles
  • 2 x AIM-9 Sidewinder air-to-air missiles
  • 1 x machine gun
Displacement 4 tons
Maximum speed 50.0 knots
Range 400 nm
Length 9.0 m
Beam 3.5 m
Propulsion Single diesel engine driving water jets
Armament
  • Mini-Typhoon stabilized weapon system

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has greater displacement, the MAGURA or Protector USV?
The Protector USV has greater displacement at 4 tons compared to the MAGURA's 1 tons.
Which is faster, the MAGURA or Protector USV?
The Protector USV is faster with a maximum speed of 50 knots compared to the MAGURA's 42 knots.
Which has longer range, the MAGURA or Protector USV?
The MAGURA has a longer range at 432 nautical miles compared to the Protector USV's 400 nautical miles.
Which is longer, the MAGURA or Protector USV?
The Protector USV is longer at 9.0 meters compared to the MAGURA's 5.5 meters.