Features: The Navy's two Mini Remotely Operated Vehicles are standard commercial, 1,000-foot depth-rated ROVs used to meet the Navy's requirements for shallow water surveys, photographic documentation and light salvage/recovery. They are air transportable on cargo aircraft and operate with minimum support from select vessels of opportunity, piers or shorelines. Auto-control functions are provided for depth, altitude and heading. The vehicles use electric propulsion. They carry a high resolution target locating sonar and have a manipulator capable of working with simple tools. They have a 35mm still camera and a color television camera that produces quality videotape. Electrical power is provided by a diesel generator or any compatible AC power system. For special operations, the ROVs can accommodate some small tools or instrument packages.

General Characteristics, Standard Vehicle (MR-1)
Primary Function: Shallow water survey and light salvage
Length: 4 ft 8 in (1.4478 m)
Width: 2 ft 3 in (0.6858 m)
Height: 2 ft 1 in (0.635 m)
Propulsion: electrical
Maximum Operating Depth: 1,000 ft (304.8 m)
Payload: 22 lbs (9.9792 kg)
Speed: 3 knots (5.559 km/hr)