Achondo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Achondo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 15 N,8 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.250000
  • Longitude: -8.833333
Water Depth 14 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ACHONDO
Type trawler
Flag ES
Length 38.1 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 227
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 15, 1986
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5087/77 11.6.86 SANK WITHIN VIGO BAY, NEAR BARRA BAY. (LL, 17.5.86). NCA YET, POSN 421500N, 085000W FOR FILING. H5087/77 3.3.87 REMAINS SUNK & SALVAGE ATTEMPT UNLIKELY. (LL, 15.1.87 & 22.1.87). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 27, 2017

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED ON REEFS IN DENSE FOG, AND LATER SANK, WHILE ON PASSAGE VIGO FOR BASE PORT. (LLOYDS).

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FAQ

Where is the ACHONDO wreck located?

The ACHONDO wreck is located at coordinates 42 15 N,8 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ACHONDO?

The seabed around the ACHONDO lies at approximately 14 meters deep.

When did the ACHONDO sink?

The ACHONDO sank on May 15, 1986.

When was the wreck of the ACHONDO discovered?

The wreck of the ACHONDO was discovered in 1986.

What country did the ACHONDO belong to?

The ACHONDO belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the ACHONDO?

The ACHONDO had a tonnage of 227 tons.

What type of wreck is the ACHONDO?

The ACHONDO is classified as a trawler.

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