Alstertor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alstertor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 10 N,7 15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 3.166667
  • Longitude: 7.250000
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALSTERTOR
Type supply vessel
Flag LR
Length 53.6 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 495
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 5, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3155/69 3.12.79 SANK IN 031000N, 071500E APPROX. (LL, 15.11.79). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 22, 2003

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE, WHICH WAS EXTINGUISHED, BUT LATER CAPSIZED AND SANK DESPITE EFFORTS TO TOW TO PORT. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ALSTERTOR wreck located?

The ALSTERTOR wreck is located at coordinates 3 10 N,7 15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALSTERTOR?

The seabed around the ALSTERTOR lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the ALSTERTOR sink?

The ALSTERTOR sank on Nov 5, 1979.

When was the wreck of the ALSTERTOR discovered?

The wreck of the ALSTERTOR was discovered in 1979.

What country did the ALSTERTOR belong to?

The ALSTERTOR belonged to LR.

What was the tonnage of the ALSTERTOR?

The ALSTERTOR had a tonnage of 495 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALSTERTOR?

The ALSTERTOR is classified as a supply vessel.

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