Russian Freighter

ISBN: 9781998820658
Language: English
Authors: Ian Popple, Otto Wagner, Peter McDougall
Dimensions: 5.5 inches x 8.5 inches
Description: Waterproof cards printed on plastic or laminated synthetic paper
Shipping: Shipped from our distribution center within one week. Shipping time depends on location.

Card overview:

The Russian Freighter (San Pablo) is one of the most historically intriguing shipwreck sites in the Gulf of Mexico. Shrouded in rumors of espionage and secret military testing, this wreckage offers a fascinating debris field for divers to explore. This waterproof dive card provides high-definition 3D site mapping and technical data for navigating this complex and life-filled historical monument.

Site History & Specifications

• Vessel Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship / Secret Weapons Test Site
• Original Dimensions: 315 ft (96 m) length
• Sinking Date: August 1944 (Destroyed by secret U.S. weapons test)
• Current State: The wreckage is spread across a well-contained debris field stretching nearly 400 ft (122 m).
• Depth: Resting on a sandy seabed at a maximum depth of 83 ft (25.5 m).
• Condition: A sprawling, multi-level artificial reef featuring twisted steel, hidden crevices, and a rich history involving WWII espionage and high explosives.

Optimized Dive Features

• High-Definition 3D Rendering: Comprehensive 3D imagery detailing the expansive debris field and the specific orientation of the freighter’s remains on the seafloor.
• Navigation & Exploration: Detailed mapping of the 400-foot debris field, highlighting key structural sections and paths for exploration.
• Site Analytics: Professional assessments of depth and visibility, classifying this as a premier mid-depth dive for intermediate and advanced divers.
• Biological Markers: Identification of resident marine life, including the region’s highest concentration of the unique leopard toadfish.