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Alvin Upgrade Specifications

Length: 23.1 ft.
Beam: 8.4 ft.
Height: 12.1 ft.
Operating Depth: 4500m*
Normal Dive Duration: 6-10 hours**
Gross Weight: 45,000 lbs. ***
Science Basket Payload: 400 lbs.
Personnel Sphere Volume: 171 cubic ft.