Afghanistan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Afghanistan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 47.5 N,37 21.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.791667
  • Longitude: 37.358333
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AFGHANISTAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 93.3 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 2753
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1904
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Surveying Details 19.9.72 STRANDED IN 194730N, 372130E APPROX. (DODS).
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1897 BY W GRAY & CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY STRICK LINE LTD. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 240NHP. WENT AGROUND 40 MILES N OF SUAKIN, WAS BADLY WRECKED. PASSAGE THE CLYDE FOR KARACHI.

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FAQ

Where is the AFGHANISTAN wreck located?

The AFGHANISTAN wreck is located at coordinates 19 47.5 N,37 21.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AFGHANISTAN?

The seabed around the AFGHANISTAN lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the AFGHANISTAN discovered?

The wreck of the AFGHANISTAN was discovered in 1904.

What country did the AFGHANISTAN belong to?

The AFGHANISTAN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AFGHANISTAN?

The AFGHANISTAN had a tonnage of 2753 tons.

What type of wreck is the AFGHANISTAN?

The AFGHANISTAN is classified as a steam ship.

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