Image reveals Shayetet-13's submarine hangar
A photo published in several Israeli news outlets (e.g.
dailystar) may reveal one previously unreported capability. The photo, of an Israeli Navy Dolphin Class submarine, was apparently taken on Tuesday Sept. 29, 2020. On its aft casing, behind the sail, is a special forces hangar.
The hangar is very similar to the Italian-built
Deep Guardian Shelter. Israel has a long-standing connection to Italian special forces and their suppliers. This includes CABI Cattaneo who build the Deep Guardian shelter. So it is likely that this hangar was built by them, although this has not been confirmed.
The hangar is approximately 1.5 meters (5 ft) in diameter. This is generally typical of containers for special forces equipment. Payloads might include inflatable boats (with outboard engines) and diver propulsion vehicles (DPVs). It is likely too small for a full-sized Swimmer Delivery Vehicle (SDV).
Source and further reading:
Visible on the Todaro Class submarine's back are a series of grey blocks. What you do not see is the Special Forces mini-sub which they reveal. This differentiating capability is a closely guarded secret.
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