El Capitan (USS Majaba)


(Depth 5m - 20m)
This is an American cargo ship of nearly 3000 tons and is 90 metres in length. The ship saw active service all through the war, including being torpedoed, and was towed to Subic after the war for repair, but she sank at mooring before work was completed.
This is a really good shallow dive. Resting on a sloping bottom, the wreck is 5-20m deep and is easily accessible with good swim throughs. The hull is in remarkably good condition, but the rear cargo-hold cover recently collapsed. There are some deeper penetrations possible through the mess-deck and into the engine room. The wreck is excellent for Wreck Diver training.
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