
PartnershipAug 3, 2026, 10:47 AM
Red Cat's Blue Ops Integrates Volvo Penta Engine into V7 USV
AI Summary
Red Cat Holdings' maritime division, Blue Ops, announced the successful integration of a Volvo Penta D4-320 diesel engine and DPI drive into its Variant 7 (V7) uncrewed surface vessel. This integration expands the propulsion configurations available for the V7, offering defense and national security customers a proven marine propulsion package backed by Volvo Penta's global service network. The V7 USV is designed for various defense missions and is built with a Modular Open Systems Architecture, allowing for flexible configurations.
Key Highlights
- Blue Ops completed integration of Volvo Penta D4-320 diesel engine.
- Integration adds DPI drive to Variant 7 (V7) uncrewed surface vessel.
- Volvo Penta D4-320 is a 320-horsepower, 3.7-liter, four-cylinder engine.
- Provides defense, homeland security customers with proven propulsion options.
- Supported by Volvo Penta’s global service network for rapid service.
- V7 USV designed for U.S. and allied defense missions.
- V7 built around Modular Open Systems Architecture (MOSA) principles.
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