Aquarius Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Aquarius Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 45.05 N,72 49.96 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.750833
  • Longitude: 72.832667
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AQUARIUS
Type tanker
Flag IN
Length 51.2 m
Width 7.6 m
Tonnage 438
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 8, 1982
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2378/72 14.3.83 ANCHOR DRAGGED DURING CYCLONE, STRUCK WK OF LEOPARD NO.1 & CAPSIZED. (LLOYDS VOL.251). NCA YET, POSN 184500N, 725000E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 12, 2008

Circumstances of loss

14.3.83 H2378/72 14.3.83 ANCHOR DRAGGED DURING CYCLONE, STRUCK WK OF LEOPARD NO.1 & CAPSIZED. VESSEL HAD BEEN LAID UP FOR REPAIRS SINCE 14.5.76, OFF FERRY WHARF, MAZAGON DOCKS, BOMBAY. 3 OF THE 6 SEAMEN WERE LOST. (LL VOL.251)

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FAQ

Where is the AQUARIUS wreck located?

The AQUARIUS wreck is located at coordinates 18 45.05 N,72 49.96 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AQUARIUS?

The seabed around the AQUARIUS lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the AQUARIUS sink?

The AQUARIUS sank on Nov 8, 1982.

When was the wreck of the AQUARIUS discovered?

The wreck of the AQUARIUS was discovered in 1983.

What country did the AQUARIUS belong to?

The AQUARIUS belonged to IN.

What cargo was the AQUARIUS carrying?

The AQUARIUS was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the AQUARIUS?

The AQUARIUS had a tonnage of 438 tons.

What type of wreck is the AQUARIUS?

The AQUARIUS is classified as a tanker.

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