BQQ-5A/B Sphere (BQS-12)

H sub

General

Type H
Platform sub
Frequency band LF-MF
Array type S

Ranges

Active range (km) 4.3
Passive range (km) 3.4

Passive sonar

Passive frequency 5,000.0
Passive DI (broad) 34.8
Passive DI (narrow) 34.8
Passive DT -13.0
Display type waterfall
Max tracks 16

Active sonar

Active frequency 5,000.0
Source level 208.0
Active DI 20.0
Active DT 24.0
Display type ascan_line

Capabilities

LOFAR Yes
DEMON Yes
Narrow band Yes

Physical

Diameter (m) 4.60
Transducers 360

Notes

Remarks Sturgeon class upgrade

Fitted on

Submarine classes (1)