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VEH-44: Car rims

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HURL Artifact No. VEH-44 *Denotes approximations and speculations
Name: Unknown Lost: Unknown
Artifact Type: Automobile Found: 6-Jul-13
Nationality: USA Dive No: PV-799
Class or Make: Unknown Location: South Oahu
Model: Unknown Depth (m): 531m
Purpose: Transport People HURL crew: Kerby, Cremer
Serial Number: Unknown Additional Dives:
Built/Launched: *1920
Length: *12
Width: *6
Height:
Circumstance of Loss: Intentionally Disposed Crew Personnel/Position: 1 Driver and 4 Passengers
Reason of Loss: *Old age or failure Crew Survivals/Fatalities: n/a
Artifact History: Unknown
Artifact Condition: This vehicle probably had wooden spokes, because there is only metal rings on the ends of the axels. The radiator has fallen over forward. The engine is still present. The front windshield is still fully framed but has fallen backwards. It is difficult to tell, but it appears that some of the vehicles interior seating is also still in place.
Additional Information: There are numerous brisingids living on this vehicle. From the features of the wheel rims, small engine, and windshield shape, this vehicle looks like it is likely from the early 1920s. *3000 lbs