Saab Seaeye Falcon — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | Saab Seaeye |
|---|---|
| Model | Falcon |
| Year | 2018 |
| Category | Underwater, Inspection |
| Autonomy | semi-autonomous |
| Environment | outdoor |
| Price (USD) | $150000–$300000 |
| Weight | 65 kg |
| Dimensions | 100cm L × 60cm W × 62cm H |
| Connectivity | Ethernet, Remote Control |
| Country of origin | SE |
Key features
- 1,000m operating depth
- All-electric thruster system
- 5-thruster vectoring configuration
- Hydraulic manipulator arm
- 65 kg work-class platform
- Offshore energy specialist
- Quieter than hydraulic ROVs
What is it?
Saab Seaeye Falcon is an electric work-class ROV for deepwater inspection and intervention at depths to 1,000 metres, used by offshore energy, cable-laying, and marine science operators.
Who is it for?
- Offshore oil and gas operators conducting deepwater infrastructure inspection
- Subsea cable companies laying and inspecting telecommunications and power cables
- Naval organisations for mine countermeasures and underwater inspection
- Marine science institutions conducting deepwater survey and sampling
Key specs
- Depth: 1,000m
- Weight: 65 kg
- Thrusters: 5, vectoring system
- DOF: 6
- Arm: hydraulic manipulator
- Power: all-electric (no hydraulics)
How it compares
Vs BlueROV2: Falcon is a professional work-class ROV operating to 1,000m with a manipulator arm at $150,000–$300,000. BlueROV2 is a research-grade ROV to 100m at $3,400–$4,400. Entirely different markets and capability levels.
Limitations
- $150,000–$300,000 is a significant capital investment
- Requires specialist ROV pilot and surface support vessel
- All-electric system has power limits for heavy manipulation tasks
- Depth rating of 1,000m limits use in ultra-deepwater applications
FAQ
How much does the Saab Seaeye Falcon cost?
Saab Seaeye Falcon pricing is available through Saab Seaeye enterprise and government contracts. Electric work-class ROVs in this class range from $150,000–$300,000. Contact Saab Seaeye for formal pricing.
What is the Saab Seaeye Falcon used for?
The Falcon is an electric work-class ROV for offshore oil and gas inspection, marine science, and cable-laying support at depths up to 1,000 metres.
What are the key specs of the Saab Seaeye Falcon?
The Falcon operates to 1,000m depth, uses 5 thrusters for full 6-DOF motion, carries a manipulator arm, has 5-function hydraulic capability, weighs 65 kg, and runs on Saab Seaeye's vectoring thrust system.
Who uses the Saab Seaeye Falcon?
The Falcon is used by offshore oil and gas operators, subsea cable companies, naval organisations, and marine science institutions for deepwater inspection and intervention.
What makes Saab Seaeye's technology different from hydraulic ROVs?
Saab Seaeye uses an all-electric thruster system rather than the hydraulic systems used by most competing work-class ROVs — offering quieter operation, lower maintenance, and better suitability for marine mammal-sensitive environments.