Dolphin-class
Type: Diesel-Electric Submarine
Domain: sea
Country of Origin: Israel
Manufacturer: ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems
Overview
The Dolphin class is a series of diesel-electric submarines built in Germany for the Israeli Navy, widely reported to be capable of launching nuclear-armed cruise missiles. They feature Air-Independent Propulsion using fuel cells for extended submerged endurance. The newer Dolphin II variants have a larger displacement and enhanced capabilities.
Technical Specifications
| beam | 6.8 m |
|---|---|
| crew | 35 |
| speed | 20 knots (submerged) |
| length | 68.6 m |
| armament | 6x 533mm + 4x 650mm torpedo tubes, Popeye Turbo SLCM |
| propulsion | Diesel-electric + fuel cell AIP |
| displacement | 1,840 tonnes (Dolphin II, submerged) |
| diving_depth | 350+ m |
Operators
- Israel
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