SPECIAL OPERATIONS WATERCRAFT
Diver Propulsion Vehicle
A Diver Propulsion Vehicle or a DPV is an item of diving equipment used by divers to increase their range while underwater where their endurance is restricted due to limited availability of breathing gas and need to avoid decompression sickness. DPVs are useful for long journeys at constant depth where navigation is easy. Some divers ... FULL STORY
MK V SOC
The MK V SOC is a medium range insertion and extraction platform for SpecOps & maritime forces in a low-medium threat environment. The secondary mission is limited Coastal Patrol and Interdiction. A basic MK V SOC operating system, also referred to as an operational detachment, is comprised of two craft, two transporters, two prime movers, two ... FULL STORY
Rigid-inflatable boat (RIB)
The Rigid-inflatable boat (RIB) or rigid-hulled inflatable boat, (RHIB) is a high speed, high buoyancy, extreme weather craft with the primary mission of insertion/extraction of SpecOp teams from enemy beaches. The RIB hull is made of glass reinforced plastic. Performance RIBs are generally designed as hydroplaning hulls. Due to their low weight RIBs often out-perform other similarly ... FULL STORY
SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV)
The MK 8 MOD 1 SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV), also referred to as a Swimmer Delivery Vehicle outside of the SEAL Teams, is a manned submersible vehicle used to deliver Navy SEALs and their equipment to mission areas. The crew operates and navigates the submerged SDV while using underwater breathing apparatus (UBA) for life support. Swimmer ... FULL STORY
SOC-R
The SOC-R is designed as a high speed boat with ample weapons and equipment capacity. This boat has the ability to operate in waterways that are located well inland. The capacity of the boat allows forces to conduct extended operations. Specifications Length Overall: 33' Draft: 2' Fuel Capacity: 190 Gallons Construction: Aluminum Hull w/FRP accessories Engines: ... FULL STORY
Zodiac Futura Commando 470 (FC-470)
One of the most widely used SOF marine assets is Zodiac’s Futura Commando 470 (FC-470). Referred to as the combat rubber raiding craft, or CRRC (pronounced “crik”), it is used by Air Force Special Tactics Operators, Navy SEALs, Marines and Army Special Forces, as well as many international forces. The versatile craft can support over-the-horizon ... FULL STORY
CA Fields AN/PRC-152
FORT BRAGG, NC – They may not be the best thing since sliced bread, but in the radio world of the foot Soldier, the Harris ... FULL STORY
