Russian freighter at Zabargad Island
Data & Description
Type of vessel:
Tanker
Port of registry:
Russia
Length:
70 meters
Launched:
1969
Position:
Zabargad Island
Maximum depth:
24 meters
Weather:
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Description dive spot:
The wreck is not 100% identified, but it is most likely the wreck of the Russian ship Khanka. Officially, the Khanka is reported as a small tanker, persistent rumors that it should have been a spy ship.
Contributed by:
Clemens Wolfangel, Joe
Last content update:
2007/08/20
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