Curasub
Charter rates
starting from
US$ 7,000 per day
About
The Curasub is a state-of-the-art research and tourism submarine, renowned for its reliability and ability to dive to depths of 305 meters (1,000 feet).
Originally developed for scientific exploration and underwater observation, it offers passengers a safe and comfortable way to experience the deep ocean like never before.
With large acrylic viewports providing crystal-clear visibility, the Curasub is widely used by research institutes and tourists alike, making it one of the most versatile and proven submersibles in operation today.
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| General | |
| Manufacturer | Nuytco Research Ltd, Canada |
| Model | Curasub |
| Classification Society | DNV |
| Depth-rating | 305 meter / 1,000 ft |
| Capacity | 1 pilot, 4 passengers |
| Size (L x W x H) – metric | 410 cm x 180 cm x 200 cm |
| Size (L x W x H) – imperial | 13′6″ x 6′0″ x 6’6″ |
| Weight | 6,000kg / 13,200 lb |
| Pressure Hull | |
| Material | Steel with front conical viewport and 2 viewing domes (aft) |
| Hatch | Stainless Steel |
| Battery | |
| Type | Lead-acid |
| Capacity | 20 kWh |
| Advertised Endurance | 8 hours |
| Propulsion & Performance | |
| Thruster Type | Brushless DC |
| Thrusters Horizontal | 2 x 2.2 kW |
| Thruster Vertical | 2 x 2.2 kW |
| Thruster Lateral | 2 x 2.2 kW |
| Advertised Speed | 3-4 knots |
| Safety Systems | |
| Emergency Life Support | 96 hours |
| Dropweight | Yes (manual hydraulic release by pilot) |
| Communication & Tracking | |
| Surface | VHF |
| Underwater | 27 kHz through-water comms |
| Tracking | Optional |
The submersible can be chartered (upon request) with the following accessories:
- HD Camera: H.264 (Blu-Ray Codec) camera
- Nuytco Newtcam ® HDV video system
- 80-100GB Nnovia Hard Disk video recording unit
- SONAR: Imagenex 881A scanning sonar
- 4 Nuytco Newtsun ® 600W LED light heads (4 heads = 2.4 KW total)
- 6-Function hydraulic manipulator
- Multiple laser scaling lights
- Suction sampling pump with carousel
- DVL (Doppler Velocity Logger) recording depth, altitude, distance over ground, salinity, temperature and bearing
The submersible is located at a fixed land-based location on the island of Curaçao.
Right at the doorstep, you can dive to depths of 300 meter.
Optionally mobilisation with a support vessel can be discussed.]
Taking into consideration that the submersible is actively engaged in continuous operations with tourist and scientists, it’s recommended to enquire with us for availability.
Charter Rates are starting from US$ 7,000 per day.
Depending on the mission requirements and charter duration, SUB71 can provide a comprehensive charter proposal.
Please contact us for more information.