C-Explorer to Debut in October

September 20th, 2010 by desiree

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U-Boat Worx will be unveiling their new range of personal submarines at the Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show in October.

The new C-Explorer will seat 1 to 5 people & will feature models that can dive up to 3280 feet (1000 meters). So far there’s only pricing for the 100 meter model & that’s estimated at just over $900,000.00.

There are 5 depth specs available for the various models: 328, 656, 984, 1968 & 3280 feet. Read the rest of this entry »

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Seabreacher X for Sneaking up on Swimmers

August 20th, 2010 by desiree

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One look at this picture & you’re probably thinking what I’m thinking: that’s gotta be the best way to freak out swimmers at your local beach. The Seabreacher X is a personal mini-submarine that can launch itself out of the water when it surfaces.

The mini-sub  can travel at 25mph underwater & 50mph on the surface, thanks to a  260 horsepower engine that emits a nice growl when you surface rapidly. Besides diving & launching a few feet in the air when it surfaces, you can also roll the sub underwater if you feel like getting a closer look at the marine life through the canopy, instead of the viewport at your feet.

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