Alcira Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alcira Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 6.43 N,2 14.73 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.107167
  • Longitude: 2.245500
Water Depth 675 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALCIRA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 72.8 m
Width 11 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1387
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 4, 1938
Original Detection Year 1938
Original Source other
Surveying Details 25.9.72 SUNK 20M S OF BADALONA. (DODS). NCA, POSN 410630N, 021448E.
Last Amended Date Feb 28, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1923 BY L. SMIT & ZOON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MOSSGIEL SS CO. ON PASSAGE FROM IMMINGHAM TO GIBRALTAR & BARCELONA. SUNK BY BOMBS FROM SEAPLANES DURING SPANISH CIVIL WAR, 20M S OF BADALONA. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ALCIRA wreck located?

The ALCIRA wreck is located at coordinates 41 6.43 N,2 14.73 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALCIRA?

The seabed around the ALCIRA lies at approximately 675 meters deep.

When did the ALCIRA sink?

The ALCIRA sank on Feb 4, 1938.

When was the wreck of the ALCIRA discovered?

The wreck of the ALCIRA was discovered in 1938.

What country did the ALCIRA belong to?

The ALCIRA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ALCIRA?

The ALCIRA had a tonnage of 1387 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALCIRA?

The ALCIRA is classified as a steam ship.

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