Compact, strong, lightweight, and very effective at removing snow and sand, the DMOS Stealth Shovel is a necessity for those who venture into softer terrains such as snow and sand. Although small, it performs above its weight and size with an unrivaled design and build. As part of the DMOS family, which includes shovels like the Delta and the Nomad, which are designed for the most rugged off-road and overlanding adventures, the design, build, and materials are all very similar.
Living in the snow belt with trips often to snowbound Michigan and New York, I always try to be prepared for the worst weather or that unexpected mishap that leaves you needing recovery gear. Aside from owning four-wheel drive vehicles exclusively, there are some additional measures we can take when the winter season hits. Of course items like gloves, hat, jacket, sleeping bag are all the winter packing list, additions are made like the DMOS Stealth shovel along with a few others.
Size Does Matter!
Size does matter! The DMOS Stealth is the smallest shovel in their lineup. If I was using this shovel every day, it wouldn’t fly, I would go for one of the XL models. But, the steath is not designed for that. It is designed tp throw in the trunk or even under some seats and not take up a lot of room. A shovel that could fit under a vehicle and remove snow effectively in an emergency. It is not plastic and will not break.
Collapsible down to 18 x 9 x 2.25” it will not take up a lot of room! The Stealth can also fit in a backpack, on a snowmobile, or on one of their custom-fitted mounts. In the DMOS lineup of shovels, the Stealth is the smallest and most compact. Below is a chart showing all available models.
| DMOS Shovel Model | Blade Width | Collapsed Size | Weight | Cost | |
| The Stealth Shovel | 17″ | 18.5 x 9 x 2.5″ | 3.2 lbs | $149.00 | Buy Online |
| Stealth X-Wide Shvel | 24″ | 25.5 x 9 x 2.25 | 4.0 lbs | $169.00 | Buy Online |
| Stealth XL Shovel | 21″ | 21.5 x 14 x 3 | 4.4 lbs | $169.00 | Buy Online |
| The Alpha Shovel | 23″ | 23 x 12 x 4″ | 4.4 lbs | $179.00 | Buy Online |
DMOS Stealth Shovel Build
The Stealth’s blade features a strong and lightweight, American-sourced 3mm thick 6061 aluminum material and 5/8″ deep teeth with angled cuts for digging under vehicles, through packed snow banks, or simply digging out your driveway.
The adjustable aluminum shaft can be set to 35″, 47″ or a maximum length of 57″ This is critical for removing snow or sand from underneath a hung-up vehicle. The handle is a T-Grip design made from Nylon Zytel and is quite comfortable but a heavy pair of gloves is suggested to keep those fingers safe.
DMOS Stealth Shovel Specs:
- Blade: 3mm thick 6061 aluminum
- Shaft – Satin black anodized, 2 mm thick 4 part indexed locking telescoping shaft with 3” overlapping segments
- Stainless steel formed spring pins
- Nylon Zytel T-grip and Connector
- Available in powder coat finish
- Nylon Zytel T grip
- Rated from -40 Degrees to 170 Degrees F
- Withstands 3886 lbs of Force
- Maximum length 57″ long. Optional adjustment lengths of 47″ or 35″
- Dimensions Collapsed: 18 x 9 x 2.25” (or 61 cm x 28 cm x 8 cm)
- Dimensions Extended: 51” (or 130 cm), 47″, 35″
- Weight: 3 lbs 5 oz
Made in the USA
DMOS Shovels are proudly made in the USA using American-sourced materials and labor. It’s not easy to find companies that aren’t outsourcing material and labor. The performance and quality are top-notch. These products are not inexpensive because they’re built to take a beating and last a lifetime.
If you will be in the snow or sand, the DMOS Stealth Shovel is a must-have piece of recovery gear. While it may not save your life, it could save time and money in tow trucks or rescues. DMOS also offers their Delta and Nomad shovels, perfect for harder, rockier soils.
The DMOS Stealth Shovel retails for $149 at dmosproshoveltools.com and has optional bags and mounts to fit most vehicles.
