Exploration Submarine
C-Explorer
The ultimate subsea explorer
An undistorted view of the subsea world in two sizes — built for explorers, scientists and filmmakers who need to get close to the action.
Depth
300 m (1,000 ft)
Occupancy
2 passengers + 1 pilot
Speed
3 knots
Endurance
16 hours

Highlights
What Makes C-Explorer Different
360° Acrylic Viewport
A forward-positioned acrylic sphere gives every seat an unobstructed, undistorted view of the deep.
Lithium-ion Battery System
43.2 kWh of maintenance-free power with rapid recharge between dives.
Hypalon® Diving Tanks
Flexible, corrosion-resistant ballast tanks engineered for years of saltwater service.
MANTA & MARLIN Controllers
Supervised passenger steering plus a wireless surface remote for launch and recovery.
U-Boat Worx Information System
A touchscreen dashboard giving the pilot real-time dive data at a glance.
Single-Point Lift
One certified lifting point for fast, safe launch and recovery from any support vessel.
Specifications
Available Configurations
| Configuration | Depth Rating | Occupancy | Weight | Dimensions | Battery | Speed | Endurance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Explorer 3 | 300 m (1,000 ft) | 2 passengers + 1 pilot | 6,010 kg (13,250 lbs) | 423 × 321 × 233 cm | 43.2 kWh lithium-ion | 3 knots | 16 hours |
| C-Explorer 5 | 200 m (650 ft) | 4 passengers + 1 pilot | 7,340 kg (16,180 lbs) | 511 × 299 × 225 cm | 43.2 kWh lithium-ion | 3 knots | 16 hours |
Overview
The C-Explorer series is the workhorse of the U-Boat Worx fleet: a fully acrylic, forward-positioned pressure hull that delivers a true 360° field of view for pilots, passengers and camera operators alike.
Available in 3- and 5-person configurations, C-Explorer balances a compact footprint with a spacious, air-conditioned cabin, luxury seating and a Bluetooth audio system.
Lithium-ion battery technology means quick recharges and virtually maintenance-free operation between dives — built to run all day, every day.
Safety Systems
- Maximum Depth Protection — automatic ascent if certified limits are exceeded
- Deadman's Switch — automatic resurfacing if the pilot is incapacitated
- Manually releasable emergency drop weight
- Dyneema safety buoy rated to 1.5× operating depth
- Acoustic pinger for underwater location tracking
- DNV GL certified design, construction and testing
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C-Explorer in Detail






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Ready to Explore the Subsea?
Speak with our team about ownership, charter or bespoke configurations — and start planning your descent.
Or reach us directly — +31 (0)76 5713096·info@uboatworx.com


