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British Motorist

British Motorist

Northern Territory, Australia

Depth
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18m

Visibility
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11m - 33m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

British Motorist

Northern Territory, Australia

British Motorist
Depth
Depth Icon

18m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

11m - 33m

Entry
Boat Entry Icon

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About British Motorist

The British Motorist was a huge Fuel Tankship Vessel, and later used as a Salvage and Dump Vessel. This wreck sank many years ago and today she is well broken up, hosting a wide variety of marine life. Excellent corals envelopes her and adds to the beautiful bottom topography.

British Motorist Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

18m

Visibility Range

11m 33m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 50%

O2

13% at 16m / 36%

O2
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Marine Life

  • Groupers
  • Jew Fish
  • Snappers
  • Tropical Fish
  • Various
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Location

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Dive Site Hazards

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

  • Deceptive Entry Openings — Openings may become restrictive inside due to angle, collapse, or corrosion.

  • Surge-Induced Internal Silt Shift — Internal surge can move silt and debris without direct contact.

  • Partial Overhead Environment — Many wrecks limit direct ascent even without full penetration.

  • Fine Rust Particle Silt-Out — Disturbed rust particles can rapidly reduce visibility.

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