Shahed 133 (d57c4453-1a86-5324-bd0f-bddd5f28c747)
The Shahed‑133 is an Iranian‑manufactured UAV produced by Shahed Aviation Industries (HESA). It is a direct copy of the Israeli Hermes‑200/180 reconnaissance drone that was downed near Natanz, and it retains the original’s low‑observable, catapult‑launch capability, allowing deployment from ground vehicles, ships or any suitable platform. Iranian engineers have added two external hardpoints for Sadid‑345 guided bombs, giving the Shahed‑133 a limited strike capability in addition to its surveillance role. The platform’s simple launch system and lightweight design make it suitable for rapid, mobile operations in contested environments.