CSBC Endeavor Manta

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The CSBC Endeavor Manta is an uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) produced by CSBC Corporation, Taiwan.

History

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Taiwan's pursuit of USVs was largely driven by their use in the Russo-Ukrainian War and a growing invasion threat to Taiwan from China.[1]

According to CSBC the program began in early 2024.[2] The program was revealed in late 2024 with an official demonstration planned for early 2025.[3]

The system was publicly unveiled in March 2025.[4][5]

Attributes

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The Endeavor Manta has a trimaran hull for increased stability.[1] It can carry an internal explosive payload as well as light torpedos externally.[2] Up to 50 USVs can be controlled from a remote control station. Its small size allows it to be launched from a large number of locations.[1]

Specifications

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The Endeavor Manta is 8.6 meters long and 3.7 meters wide. It has a top speed of ~65 kilometers per hour and a payload of a little over a ton.[2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c Newdick, Thomas. "Taiwan's Endeavor Manta Drone Boat Breaks Cover". twz.com. The War Zone. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  2. ^ a b c Chen, Kelvin. "Taiwan develops nation's 1st military drone boat". taiwannews.com.tw. Taiwan News. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  3. ^ "CSBC to release drone boat prototype early this year". taipeitimes.com. Taipei Times. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  4. ^ Chen-hung, Hung; Chung, Jake. "Uncrewed surface vehicle unveiled". taipeitimes.com. Taipei Times. Retrieved 25 March 2025.
  5. ^ Shu-wei, Wu; Yeh, Joseph. "Taiwan shipbuilder unveils domestic unmanned surface vehicle". focustaiwan.tw. Focus Taiwan. Retrieved 25 March 2025.