What Is the Maximum Depth a Submarine Can Dive?
Discover the incredible diving capabilities of modern submarines and record depths reached in the oceans.
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Modern submarines can dive to depths of around 1,500 to 2,000 meters (4,900 to 6,600 feet). However, specialized deep-diving submarines like the Trieste have reached depths of 10,916 meters (35,814 feet) in the Mariana Trench.
FAQs & Answers
- How deep can the average modern submarine dive? Most modern submarines can dive to depths around 1,500 to 2,000 meters (4,900 to 6,600 feet).
- What was the deepest dive ever recorded in a submarine? The Trieste reached depths of 10,916 meters (35,814 feet) in the Mariana Trench, the deepest known part of the ocean.
- What types of submarines can dive the deepest? Specialized deep-diving submarines, like research submarines, are designed to reach greater depths compared to military submarines.