Scorpion Torpedo - Long Beach, CA
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N 33° 45.174 W 118° 11.464
11S E 389687 N 3735395
This torpedo is on display with a Russian Scorpion submarine next to the Queen Mary.
Waymark Code: WMPZBG
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 11/16/2015
Views: 2
A sign at the site informs us that this type of submarine held a maximum of 22 torpedo..each carrying 880 lbs. of explosives with a range of 10 miles at 45 knots. The torpedo has its own sonar system.
What type of artillery is this?: torpedo
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: Russian
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1957
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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