Suur Tõll, Steam-powered icebreaker at Lennusadam, Estonia
The Suur Tõll stretches 74.4 meters in length and features three propellers, with two positioned at the stern and one at the bow.
Built in 1914 by AG Vulcan in Germany, this vessel operated under different names for Russian, Finnish, Estonian, and Soviet naval forces until 1988.
The name Suur Tõll originates from Estonian mythology, representing a powerful giant who protected the island of Saaremaa from invaders.
The vessel stands as part of the Estonian Maritime Museum collection, offering guided tours and educational programs about maritime engineering and navigation.
This steam-powered icebreaker remains the largest preserved pre-war vessel of its type worldwide, containing three triple-expansion engines of 2,300 horsepower each.
Location: Tallinn City
Length: 74.4 m
Operator: Lennusadam
GPS coordinates: 59.45307,24.73872
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34
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