Vehicles Overview
The checklist is located below this introductory text.
This checklist tracks the Tadpole hull, interchangeable chassis variants, and optional upgrade modules for underwater travel in Subnautica 2.
Key Information
Tadpole is the primary vehicle of Subnautica 2. Successfully building a Tadpole marks the end of the early-game, because more difficult biomes like the Alien Ruins will become accessible.
Tadpole has to be recharged either at the Moonpool, or by swapping out its Power Cell. It suffers damage on impact. Always carry a Repair Tool with you.
You can equip chassis variants from the Vehicle Fabricator and plug in optional upgrade modules crafted at the Modification Station.
Related Checklists
Open the Subnautica 2 100% Completion Hub. See also Biomes & Locations, All Base Upgrades, and Materials & Resources.
Tadpole
To craft a Tadpole, you need a large Moonpool in a large Room. Place the Tadpole Dock and the Vehicle Fabricator into the Moonpool.
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Effect: Primary vehicle in Subnautica 2, similarly to Seamoth from the original game. The Tadpole can be upgraded with different modular chassis or upgrades. Materials: 2× Titanium Ingot, 1× Glass, 1× System Chip, 1× Power Cell  |
Chassis
Tadpole Chassis are crafted at the Vehicle Fabricator.
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Effect: Increases speed, acceleration and turn rate of the Tadpole. Materials: 2× Plasteel Ingot, 1× Advanced Wiring Kit, 1× Dedicated Core, 1× Strong Acid  |
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Effect: Increases carrying capacity of the Tadpole. Materials: 4× Titanium Ingot, 3× Strontium, 3× Enameled Glass, 1× Dedicated Core |
Tadpole Upgrade Modules
Tadpole Upgrade Modules are crafted at the Modification Station. You must manually equip them into the Tadpole's upgrade module slot.
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Effect: Tadpole will consume less Energy. Materials: 1× Titanium Ingot, 2× Glass, 1× System Chip |
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Effect: Tadpole will be dealt less damage upon impact on terrain or enemies. Materials: 2× Enameled Glass, 2× Strontium |
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Effect: Tadpole will make less noise, making it harder for enemies to spot you. |
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Effect: Tadpole will auto-charge itself during daylight in shallow waters. Materials: 1× Copper Ingot, 1× Strong Acid, 1× Troilite |
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Effect: Allows to reach below 250 metres. Materials: 3× Celestine, 1× Enameled Glass, 1× System Chip |
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Effect: Allows to submerge up to 800 metres. Materials: 2× Dedicated Core, 2× Troilite, 2× Mangalloy Ingot Note: Currently only obtainable in Creative Mode. |