U-853 Suggest edit

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40Max dive depth

40.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

30 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

18.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

4.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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U-853 is a German U-boat sunk in 1945 off Rhode Island, resting at approximately 40 meters and is a popular wreck dive for experienced divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 4.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand wreck Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for wreck shots, macro for marine life.

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