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Sources:
ifremer.fr
Industries:
Research
Uses:
ExplorationResearchInspection
Price:
Not announced
Released:
1984

DESCRIPTION

France's only manned research submarine, Nautile carries a pilot, copilot, and scientist to ocean depths, with over 2,000 dives completed across all the world's oceans.

FEATURES

  • A diver checking the Nautile underwater vehicle before it dives.
  • Large in size for a deep-sea vehicle, it carries a great deal of equipment (water samplers, suction samplers, chemical analysers) and its two manipulator arms collect many samples.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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Physical
Weight18000 kg
Mobility
Movement TypeStationary
Speed3.6 km/h
ManipulationMid
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📂 Nautile
Aug 9, 2026
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📂 Nautile

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Le Nautile entre en action ! 🤿 - #2 [À bord de la campagne Bicose 3]
Aug 9, 2026
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Le Nautile entre en action ! 🤿 - #2 [À bord de la campagne Bicose 3]

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The Nautile will continue to explore the abyss 👀
Aug 9, 2026
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The Nautile will continue to explore the abyss 👀

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the Nautile?

France's only manned research submarine, Nautile carries a pilot, copilot, and scientist to ocean depths, with over 2,000 dives completed across all the world's oceans.

Who makes the Nautile?

The Nautile is made by IFREMER (French Research Institute for Exploitation of the Sea), a robotics company based in France.

How much does the Nautile cost?

IFREMER (French Research Institute for Exploitation of the Sea) has not publicly announced pricing for the Nautile. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.

What is the Nautile used for?

The Nautile is designed for exploration, research, and inspection. It is used in research settings.

How much does the Nautile weigh?

The Nautile weighs 18,000 kg.

How fast is the Nautile?

The Nautile can move at speeds of up to 3.6 km/h.

When was the Nautile released?

The Nautile was released in 1984.

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