Alacran Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alacran Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 24 N,15 38 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.400000
  • Longitude: -15.633333
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALACRAN
Type trawler
Flag ES
Length 36.6 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 295
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 10, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.7.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 092400N, 153800W APPROX. (LL, 8.7.78). NCA. 1.7.03 RECORD REVIEWED. INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2019

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH MV DALER. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ALACRAN wreck located?

The ALACRAN wreck is located at coordinates 9 24 N,15 38 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALACRAN?

The seabed around the ALACRAN lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the ALACRAN sink?

The ALACRAN sank on May 10, 1978.

When was the wreck of the ALACRAN discovered?

The wreck of the ALACRAN was discovered in 1978.

What country did the ALACRAN belong to?

The ALACRAN belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the ALACRAN?

The ALACRAN had a tonnage of 295 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALACRAN?

The ALACRAN is classified as a trawler.

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