Amira K Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Amira k Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 58 N,27 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.966667
  • Longitude: 27.916667
Water Depth 26 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name AMIRA K
Type steam ship
Flag LB
Length 92.7 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 1767
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 19, 1969
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1969
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H747/47 17.3.69 H747/47 17.3.69 SANK IN 425800N, 275500E APPROX. (LL 195). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 30, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1948 BY W GRAY & CO LTD, HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FOUAD A KHAYAT & CO. PASSAGE YARIMCA FOR CONSTANTA. RAN AGROUND IN BAD WEATHER 11M SOUTH OF VARNA. ABANDONED AS A CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. ALL CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the AMIRA K wreck located?

The AMIRA K wreck is located at coordinates 42 58 N,27 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AMIRA K?

The seabed around the AMIRA K lies at approximately 26 meters deep.

When did the AMIRA K sink?

The AMIRA K sank on Jan 19, 1969.

When was the wreck of the AMIRA K discovered?

The wreck of the AMIRA K was discovered in 1969.

What country did the AMIRA K belong to?

The AMIRA K belonged to LB.

What cargo was the AMIRA K carrying?

The AMIRA K was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the AMIRA K?

The AMIRA K had a tonnage of 1767 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMIRA K?

The AMIRA K is classified as a steam ship.

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