SS United States

Current Docking of the SS United States, the fastest transatlantic Ocean Liner

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Image of SS United States located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | The SS United States at it's current mooring. image public domain

The SS United States at it's current mooring. image public domain

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With the highest sustained top speed of 35 knots, the SS United States is the worlds fastest ocean liner.

Launched in 1952, it's maiden voyage set the record for the fastest transatlantic trip by an ocean liner. This honor, known as the Blue Riband, was previously held by the Queen Mary. The ship uses an extremely powerful steam turbine engine and it is hailed as a fireproof ship. The only wood on board is the butcher's block and a specially designed, flame resistant grand piano.

SS United States Conservancy is working on plans to buy and restore the ship.

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  • Address Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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You can only view the ship through the chain link fence on Deleware Ave.

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