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U-2513

Florida, United States
Depth
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213ft
Visibility
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33ft - 98ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Advanced

About U-2513

Unterseeboot 2513 (U-2513) was a Type XXI U-boat of the Kriegsmarine that was operated by the United States Navy for several years after World War II. On 2 September 1951, the Chief of Naval Operations ordered that the boat be sunk by gunfire. U-2513 was sunk west of Key West, Florida during rocket tests by the destroyer Robert A. Owens (DD-827) on 7 October 1951.

U-2513 Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Wreck, Deep
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:65m
Visibility Range:10m - 30m
Experience Level:Advanced
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Marine Life

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