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Hardeep - Suddhadib
 Pattaya, Chon Buri (ชลบุรี), Thailand
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Max Depth: 81-90ft/25-27m
Average Viz: 16-20ft/5-6m
Entry Type: Boat
Bottom Composition: Sand
Aquatic Life: Plenty To See
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Rating: 4.33 by 3 divers
Spring: 76-80°F/24-27°C
Summer: 76-80°F/24-27°C
Fall: 76-80°F/24-27°C
Winter: 76-80°F/24-27°C
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Hardeep - Suddhadib is a boat accessible salt water dive site, located in Pattaya, Chon Buri (ชลบุรี), Thailand. This dive site has an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 from 3 scuba divers. The maximum depth is 81-90ft/25-27m. The average visibility is 16-20ft/5-6m.
The Harddeep lies on its starboard side at a max depth 26 meters, with two unexploded 1000 pound bombs nearby. The entire structure is encrusted in heavy coral growth and makes a lovely ’cavern’ dive. It is possible to swim from one end of the wreck to the other without leaving the wreck. Both large forward and aft holds offer safe, well lit penetration dives for all but the chicken scared. The large steam engine has been removed through a purpose cut hole in the side making access to the engine room easy. Remains of the funnel and chain winch capstans lie on the seabed nearby. In all likelihood the large brass prop would have been removed by local Thai salvagers before it stopped spinning, and what remains of the cargo is nowhere to be seen. Large lumps of coal rest in the engine room next to the 3 enormous boilers. Once having battled down the line against the fierce currents that often flow over this wreck, the Harddeep makes for a lovely dive. There is a lot of sea life on the wreck including a resident turtle, a few rays, the usual giant grouper, and a giant starry puffer fish often lurking just above the boilers.
N012’31.5, E100’57.5. Near Koh Chuang, Gulf of Siam
Text and photos from -http://www.thaiwreckdiver.com/hardeep_wreck.htm