Sikhote-Alin Meteorite Location - Sikhote-Alin Mountains, USSR Largest fall recorded; approximately 23,000 kg. Meteorite broke up several miles above the earth, creating a rain of shrapnel which, fortunately, fell in an uninhabited area. (13.5 grams 2.5cm x 2.0cm x .75 cm) each specimen is unique and varies in size and weight. The following data on size and weight are estimates