Uncrewed vessel · Sea

K3 Scout

8.4-meter, 55-knot autonomous surface vessel for surveillance, strike and logistics missions.

Uncrewed vesselSeaProduction startApr 2026

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Composite, diesel-powered 8.4 m USV with up to 600 kg payload, Auterion-based open software architecture, and electro-optical, radar and sonar sensor options. Built in series by the Rheinmetall Kraken joint venture in Hamburg.

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Apr 2026Production startConfirmed
Series production begins at Blohm+Voss, Hamburg
SourcesRheinmetall

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Oct 5, 2026NewsKraken Technology Group, SaabKraken and Saab test autonomous drone-seeker vesselUK Defence Journal Sep 28, 2026CompanyKraken Technology Group, Shield AIShield AI and Kraken Technology Group demonstrate Hivemind-enabled autonomous maritime teamingShield AI

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NewsRheinmetall, Kraken Move K3 Scout Unmanned Vessel Into Serial Production
The Defense Post · Apr 21, 2026 · Supports: System
“is an 8.4-meter (27.6-foot) vessel capable of speeds of up to 55 knots (about 102 kilometers/63 miles per hour).”
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CompanyRheinmetall Kraken GmbH launches series production of maritime unmanned systems in Hamburg
Rheinmetall · Apr 20, 2026 · Supports: System milestone
“Series production of the Kraken K3 Scout has begun at Rheinmetall’s Blohm+Voss site in Hamburg.”

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