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HMCS Cape Breton

HMCS Cape Breton

British Columbia, Canada

Depth
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45m

Visibility
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6m - 18m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Advanced


About HMCS Cape Breton

The 411-foot Canadian escort/maintenance ship sunk on the 20th of October 2001 and is now used as an artificial reef. It lies upright with its Crow's Nest at 40 feet. The top of the funnel is at 50 feet, fore and aft deck at 100 feet, captain's quarters at 85 feet, bottom and 145 feet and the engine room at 142 feet.

HMCS Cape Breton Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Deep

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

45m

Visibility Range

6m 18m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

21% – 25%

O2
Marine Life

  • Various
Weather Conditions

Water Temperature
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