Soviet submarine Komsomolets

19891,680 mNuclear submarine

LocationNorwegian Sea

Year1989

Depth1,680 m

Size6,000 tonnes

TypeNuclear submarine

About Soviet submarine Komsomolets

A titanium-hulled deep diving attack submarine. Fire broke out in the stern compartment. 42 of 69 died awaiting rescue in freezing seas. The wreck still carries nuclear torpedoes and is monitored for leakage.

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