VideoRay Mission Specialist — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | VideoRay |
|---|---|
| Model | Mission Specialist |
| Year | 2020 |
| Category | Underwater |
| Autonomy | remote-controlled |
| Environment | outdoor |
| Price (USD) | $25000–$60000 |
| Weight | 4.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 37cm L × 28cm W × 28cm H |
| Connectivity | Ethernet, Remote Control |
| Country of origin | US |
Key features
- 305 metre depth rating
- 4.2 kg compact deployment
- 4-thruster omnidirectional mobility
- Modular sensor payload system
- US Navy tested and deployed
- Port security and SAR capable
- Tethered power and comms
What is it?
VideoRay Mission Specialist is a compact professional ROV for underwater inspection, search and rescue, and security operations at depths to 305 metres.
Who is it for?
- US Navy and Coast Guard for underwater hull inspection and mine countermeasures
- Law enforcement dive teams for search and evidence recovery
- Port security operators for vessel hull inspection
- Commercial underwater inspection companies for confined space work
Key specs
- Weight: 4.2 kg
- Depth: 305 metres
- Thrusters: 4 omnidirectional
- Power: tethered
- Payloads: modular sensor system
- Certification: US Navy tested
How it compares
Vs QYSEA FIFISH: VideoRay Mission Specialist is a professional defence and inspection ROV; FIFISH targets professional and prosumer users. VideoRay has deeper depth rating and more modular payload options. FIFISH is more affordable and consumer-accessible.
Limitations
- Tether management in confined spaces requires operator skill
- Modular payloads increase total cost significantly
- Requires trained ROV pilot for effective operation
- 305m depth limit restricts deep offshore work
FAQ
How much does the VideoRay Mission Specialist cost?
VideoRay Mission Specialist pricing starts around $25,000 for base configurations rising to $60,000+ with advanced sensor payloads. Contact VideoRay for a formal quote.
What is the VideoRay Mission Specialist used for?
The Mission Specialist is a compact ROV for professional underwater inspection, search and rescue, and port security operations, designed for deployment in confined and high-current environments.
What are the key specs of the VideoRay Mission Specialist?
Mission Specialist weighs 4.2 kg, operates at depths to 305 metres, uses 4 thrusters for omnidirectional mobility, has a tether for power and comms, and accepts modular payload sensors.
Who uses VideoRay ROVs?
VideoRay is used by US Navy, Coast Guard, law enforcement dive teams, port security operators, and commercial inspection companies for underwater inspection and search operations.
What makes VideoRay Mission Specialist versatile?
The Mission Specialist's modular design allows rapid sensor payload swapping — sonar, grabbers, water samplers, and other tools — making it configurable for different mission types.