Alfios Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Alfios Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 57.2 N,59 47 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.953333
  • Longitude: -59.783333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALFIOS
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 125.6 m
Tonnage 5030
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 25, 1946
Original Detection Year 1961
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details 20.2.61 ST SHOWN ON LC 1651 (PLAN SABLE IS). NO RECORD. 26.3.85 ST SHOWN ON CANADIAN 4098 [1984] IN 435712N, 594700W. BR STD. 10.4.87 NOT SHOWN ON CAN 4045 [AUG 86]. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 9, 2019

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE GLASGOW FOR HALIFAX IN BALLAST.

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FAQ

Where is the ALFIOS wreck located?

The ALFIOS wreck is located at coordinates 43 57.2 N,59 47 W.

When did the ALFIOS sink?

The ALFIOS sank on Apr 25, 1946.

When was the wreck of the ALFIOS discovered?

The wreck of the ALFIOS was discovered in 1961.

What country did the ALFIOS belong to?

The ALFIOS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the ALFIOS carrying?

The ALFIOS was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ALFIOS?

The ALFIOS had a tonnage of 5030 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALFIOS?

The ALFIOS is classified as a steam ship.

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