Amiral Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Amiral Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 59.09 N,12 46.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.984833
  • Longitude: -12.768333
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMIRAL
Type fishing vessel
Flag MA
Tonnage 247
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 4, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 26.10.77 26.10.77 VESSEL REPORTED 'IN CASUALTY' OFF TARFAYA IN 275900N, 124600N APPROX. SALVAGE ATTEMPT TO BE MADE. (LL 26.10.77). NCA YET. 14.11.77 14.11.77 REPORT THAT VESSEL AGROUND N OF TARFAYA ON ROCKY BOTTOM. HOLED & LISTING TO PORT. (LL 12.11.77). NCA YET. 30.1.78 30.1.78 VESSEL REPORTED AS TOTAL LOSS & NO SALVORS INTERESTED IN BUYING. (LL 28.1.78). NCA. 11.11.11 SEP 2011/000184182 11.11.11 NOT SHOWN ON SPANISH 84 [EDN DTD 6.2011, 1:350,000]. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 11, 2011
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FAQ

Where is the AMIRAL wreck located?

The AMIRAL wreck is located at coordinates 27 59.09 N,12 46.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMIRAL?

The seabed around the AMIRAL lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the AMIRAL sink?

The AMIRAL sank on Sep 4, 1977.

When was the wreck of the AMIRAL discovered?

The wreck of the AMIRAL was discovered in 1977.

What country did the AMIRAL belong to?

The AMIRAL belonged to MA.

What was the tonnage of the AMIRAL?

The AMIRAL had a tonnage of 247 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMIRAL?

The AMIRAL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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