Bender Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bender Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 10.183 S,24 29.85 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.169717
  • Longitude: 24.497500
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BENDER
Type trawler
Flag ZA
Tonnage 199
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 27, 1955
Original Detection Year 1956
Last Detection Year 1963
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H6298/55 12.1.56 H6298/55 12.1.56 ST SHOWN IN 341011S, 242951E ON K1202. (FOLIO 49, SAS 'PROTEA'). - NM BLOCK 3125/55. H4030/62 19.7.63 H4030/62 19.7.63 DELETED. (HN DTD 26.6.63, SAS 'NATAL'). AMENDED TO DEAD. NC 2084.
Last Amended Date Jan 25, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1927. RAN AGROUND, DRIFTED OFF & SANK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 34 10.183 S,24 29.85 E
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FAQ

Where is the BENDER wreck located?

The BENDER wreck is located at coordinates 34 10.183 S,24 29.85 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BENDER?

The seabed around the BENDER lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the BENDER sink?

The BENDER sank on Aug 27, 1955.

When was the wreck of the BENDER discovered?

The wreck of the BENDER was discovered in 1956.

What country did the BENDER belong to?

The BENDER belonged to ZA.

What was the tonnage of the BENDER?

The BENDER had a tonnage of 199 tons.

What type of wreck is the BENDER?

The BENDER is classified as a trawler.

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