Iran Built "Submarine" Displacing 3 Kg

24.01.2012 Iranian designers built a remotely-controlled submersible Phoenix displacing only 3 kg, reports Iranian Student's News Agency (ISNA).

The agency calls the vehicle "submarine"; her surface speed is 12 mps and submerged speed is 10 mps. Phoenix has one screw and is capable to monitor within a 1-meter radius. Surveillance camera can be mounted as well.

Phoenix performs various maneuvers and has good design. The submersible can be used for military purposes, reports the agency.