Achaia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Achaia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 53.667 N,13 40 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.894450
  • Longitude: 13.666667
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ACHAIA
Type steam ship
Flag DE
Length 86.3 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1778
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 17, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Surveying Details 18.9.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 325340N, 134000E APPROX. (DODS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1921 BY NORDD UNIONWERKE AG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ATLAS LEVANTE-LINIE. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 137NHP. BOMBED BY BRITISH CARRIER BASED AIRCRAFT, TOOK EVASIVE ACTION, RAN INTO A MINEFIELD & SANK ABOUT 25M E OF TRIPOLI. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ACHAIA wreck located?

The ACHAIA wreck is located at coordinates 32 53.667 N,13 40 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ACHAIA?

The seabed around the ACHAIA lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the ACHAIA sink?

The ACHAIA sank on Mar 17, 1942.

When was the wreck of the ACHAIA discovered?

The wreck of the ACHAIA was discovered in 1942.

What country did the ACHAIA belong to?

The ACHAIA belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the ACHAIA?

The ACHAIA had a tonnage of 1778 tons.

What type of wreck is the ACHAIA?

The ACHAIA is classified as a steam ship.

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