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HMS Kingston

HMS Kingston

Malta, Malta

Depth
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25m

Visibility
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- - -

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Advanced


About HMS Kingston

HMS Kingston (F64) is a World War II wreckage located in Malta. This British K-class destroyer was built in 1939 and measures approximately 109 m in length and 11 m in width. The ship sunk during an air raid at the dock in April 1942 and was later floated out of the dock and scuttled as a blockship between Selmun headland and Selmunett island, also known as St Paul's Island, in 1943. The remains of Kingston were scrapped in situ in the early 1950s, leaving behind a few pieces of metal that now lie in shallow water in the middle of the 100 m wide channel between the mainland and the island.

The wreckage is situated at a depth ranging between 3 m and 12 m, sloping deeper to around 25 m inwards to the bay. The bottom is composed of sand and patches of sea grass. Due to the depth and complexity of the site, it is recommended for advanced divers. The dive site type is classified as a wreck. The exact marine life that can be encountered at this site is not specified.

HMS Kingston Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

25m

Visibility Range

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

21% – 40%

O2
Marine Life

No marine life details available.

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature
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