Explore the ocean like James Bond!
We’ve all heard of the supercar and the superbike, even the superyacht. Now, we have the underwater version, the Super Sub – just in time for Summer! No, it’s not the latest sandwich from Subway, but rather the latest toy from Dutch submersible manufacturer U-Boat Worx.
Following the well received launch of last year’s Nemo sub, U-Boat Worx is setting the bar even higher for the high end, underwater explorer market. After years of research they have now produced the fastest private submarine on earth – essentially a supercar that can hold its breath!
With its dome front end, long tail with red fins, and little side wings, it looks like something out of a science fiction movie, and is officially the most hydrodynamic submarine on the market!
After climbing through the roof-mounted hatch, a pilot and two passengers can enjoy the climate controlled supercar interior with individual seats and five-point belt buckle harnesses – with an un-obstructed view of what’s ahead! Massive screens provide all the vitals about the Super Sub and its environment, while a pair of video game style joysticks help you control your underwater cruise!
The Sub also features a fully acrylic pressure hull, a Sonar system, powerful LED spotlights, a high-fidelity Bluetooth sound system – and even a cold storage box for food, drinks, bait and tackle.
Thanks to four powerful thrusters that deliver a total of 60 kW, the craft can achieve a top speed of 8 knots (14.84 km), which is faster than a bottlenose dolphin and 5 knots faster than your average submersible vessel! Such power also allows for steep 30 degree climbs, and insane 300 metre dives – all while enjoying an almost 360-degree view!
Weighing 9,000 kg, the lithium-ion batteries onboard are specially engineered for low weight and endurance, while the high-capacity cells give the thrusters the performance and speed they need.
The Super Sub is more than a ticket to the underwater world, it’s a backstage pass that’s lets you dive with the dolphins, turn with the turtles, or even swoop next to the sharks!
U-Boat Worx says the first Super Sub is already sold, to be delivered in 2023. Looking to the near future, the Super Sub will spawn a full range of production models and concepts, ensuring U-Boat Worx breaks the box office better than Aquaman ever could!
