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Makar-class catamaranlarger figure on 2 of 4
Manoram-class ferrylarger figure on 2 of 4
Counts only measures both sources give with the same scope. A larger figure is not a better system.
Measured figures
at economic cruising
Single source3,000 nmi (5,600 km; 3,500 mi) at economic cruising[source]
Bars compare reported quantities only. A larger figure does not make a system better; configurations and test conditions differ.
Configuration
| Specification | Makar-class catamaran | Manoram-class ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Complement | 6 officers and 44 sailors, and 6 scientists[source] | — |
| Name | Makar class[source] | Manoram class[source] |
| Builders | Alcock Ashdown Gujarat Ltd[source] | — |
| Operators | Indian Navy[source] | Indian Navy[source] |
| Preceded by | Sandhayak-class survey ship (1981)[source] | — |
| Succeeded by | Sandhayak-class survey vessel (2023)[source] | — |
| Cost | ₹ 800 crore (US$83 million)[source] | — |
| Planned | ||
| Completed | ||
| Canceled | — | |
| Active | ||
| Type | Catamaran[source] | Ferry[source] |
| Depth | 4.5 m (14 ft 9 in)[source] | — |
| Propulsion | Two bow thrusters[source] | — |
| Boats & landing craft carried | Carries two motor boats, also carries autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs)[source] | — |
| Sensors & processing systems | Advanced Electronic Positioning System, Multi-beam Swath Sounding Systems and Sub-Bottom Profiler. Equipped with modern oceanographic and land survey equipment.[source] | — |
| Country of origin | Australian[source]Makar class vessel design; Indian construction is distinct | India[source] India[source] |
| Capacity | — | 250 passengers[source] |
| Manufacturer | — | Inland Marine Works Pvt Ltd[source] |