SUUR TÕLL jäämurdja (icebreaker) - Tallinn, Estonia

Suur Tõll is a powerful icebreaker built in 1914 that originally served the Russian Empire and later became property of the Republic of Estonia. The ship has participated in World War II, rescued sinking ships, and today serves as a museum ship showcasing Estonian maritime culture. Suur Tõll is a part of Estonian maritime heritage and is a beloved and well-known vessel. Year of construction: 1914 Builder: Baltic Shipyard in St. Petersburg Length: meters Width: meters Draft: meters Maximum speed: 14 knots Engine: Steam engine, later converted to diesel engine Capability: Breaking ice up to two meters thick Service: Originally served the Russian Empire, later became property of the Republic of Estonia Participation: Involved in World War II and the restoration of Estonian independence Today: Museum ship and promoter of Estonian maritime culture. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Suur Tõll on 1914. aastal valminud võimas jä