Armatan Iii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Armatan iii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
43 31 N,10 13 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.516667
  • Longitude: 10.216667
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ARMATAN III
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1975
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.10.75 SANK IN ABOUT 55FT OF WATER, 4M OFF LEGHORN. (LL 222). POSN 433100N, 101300E FOR FILING ONLY. 23.4.12 NO WK SHOWN ON BA 119 [EDN 5 DTD 10.6.10]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Apr 23, 2012

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PORTO SAN STEFANO FOR SANTA MARGHERITA, LIGURE. CAUGHT FIRE, POSSIBLY DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL FAULT AND SANK, ABOUT 4M OFF LEGHORN HARBOUR. CREW OF 4 WERE RESCUED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ARMATAN III wreck located?

The ARMATAN III wreck is located at coordinates 43 31 N,10 13 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ARMATAN III?

The seabed around the ARMATAN III lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the ARMATAN III sink?

The ARMATAN III sank on Sep 29, 1975.

When was the wreck of the ARMATAN III discovered?

The wreck of the ARMATAN III was discovered in 1975.

What country did the ARMATAN III belong to?

The ARMATAN III belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the ARMATAN III?

The ARMATAN III is classified as a sailing vessel.