---
title: "Red Cat unit Blue Ops integrates Volvo Penta D4-320 propulsion into Variant 7 USV"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/294709894.md"
description: "Red Cat Holdings' Blue Ops unit has integrated Volvo Penta's D4-320 diesel engine with a DPI drive into its Variant 7 Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV). This new propulsion option supports the V7's autonomy, remote operations, and mission planning capabilities while leveraging Volvo Penta's global service network. The integration follows Blue Ops' transition to full-rate production of the V7 for US and allied defense missions."
datetime: "2026-08-03T14:46:08.000Z"
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# Red Cat unit Blue Ops integrates Volvo Penta D4-320 propulsion into Variant 7 USV

-   Red Cat Holdings’ maritime unit Blue Ops completed its first integration of Volvo Penta’s D4-320 diesel engine with a DPI drive into the Variant 7 USV. \* Adds a new propulsion option for V7 customers, supported by Volvo Penta’s global parts and service network. \* Integration ties into V7 autonomy, remote operations, mission planning, payload management; supports MOSA-based configuration flexibility. \* Milestone follows Blue Ops’ move into full-rate production of V7 for US and allied defense missions. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Red Cat Holdings Inc. published the original content used to generate this news brief via GlobeNewswire (Ref. ID: 202608031045PRIMZONEFULLFEED9802507) on August 03, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT)

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