Metal Shark Unveils 'Prowler' Military USV and 'Frenzy' Micro-USV

At Sea Air Space 2024, Louisiana-based boat builder Metal Shark has unveiled “Prowler,” an autonomous, amphibious, semi-submersible USV and “Frenzy,” a high-performance, low-cost, amphibious micro-USV with a payload carrying capacity of up to 14 lbs.
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Fully amphibious and capable of autonomous or remote operation on land or at sea, Prowler offers drastically simplified launch and recovery compared to traditional vessels. Prowler is capable of self-launch and self-recovery at boat ramps, without a prime mover or trailer, or from the well deck of an amphibious ship, with no need for cumbersome cradles or dollies. Prowler’s low-speed crawl enables autonomous or remote operation on land, allowing vessels to be staged and maneuvered with minimal effort.
Prowler can simultaneously carry multiple payloads, with 1,000 lbs. of total payload carrying capacity. The USV can carry up to twelve “Frenzy” amphibious micro USVs, which are carried on deck and self-launched on their own wheels via Prowler’s stern ramp. Designed and built by Metal Shark, the Frenzy features electric waterjet propulsion, carries a payload of up to 14 lbs., and, like Prowler, can loiter in a semi-submerged state.
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[@53r4x3h]

Interesting concept, well thought out.

[@philiplewis8213]

Add two ManPads, two light anti-armor missiles, and two light torpedoes and it takes care of business very well. Have these at every remote island base, patrolling with ESD and similar ships, and to assist with foreign port security.

[@philchristmas4071]

I love seeing our defense contractors step outside of the box. We need our contractors getting very creative right now.

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[@everypitchcounts4875]

Someone could get real creative with this

[@ronintoecutter7690]

I think the platform is awesome. However. Please don’t take this the wrong way. It could be a security drone. A platform if you would. I don’t think the military wants to buy the product so that it can send out toys. What I mean by security is that it can go to a designated point and change it designated points at will and hourly if needed. Fit it with a turret. Make the turret be ready to do 360°. Make it ready to carry stinger, 50 cal and mk240g

[@kenw5104]

Too bad they didn't disclose what Frenzy is capable of doing. Surely it isn't for fun.

[@trollingpcgames]

Yeah all info they released says it’s a attritable semi submersible USV with a 14 lb payload capacity.

[@kenw5104]

@@trollingpcgames They didn't mention the client. Might be a proof of concept project. Obviously too small for any type of mission. What does it do?😅

[@trollingpcgames]

@@kenw5104 explode 💥

[@eugenesurfozi]

Navy hasnt shown interest - yet

[@roderickmatlock3246]

Cartels dream boat

[@50buttfish]

Anti-Cartel NIGHTMARE! We can sit in the comfort of our luxury yacht, and blow up everything coming for them.

[@wyldhowl2821]

I wonder how this thing would do supporting maritime special forces teams on their missions ? Sneaky bot for sneaky stuff.