Blas De Lezo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Blas de lezo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
43 53.38 N,9 17.49 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.889667
  • Longitude: -9.291500
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BLAS DE LEZO
Type light cruiser
Flag ES
Length 140.8 m
Width 14 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 4650
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 11, 1932
Original Detection Year 1932
Original Source other
Surveying Details SANK IN APPROX POSN 435327N, 091724W. (DODS). NCA, PLOTS IN OVER 2000MTRS.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER RUNNING ONTO CENTOLLA REEF DURING MANOEUVRES WITH SPANISH FLEET. TAKEN IN TOW BUT SANK 7 MILES OFF FINISTERRE LTHO. (DODS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 43 53.38 N,9 17.49 W
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FAQ

Where is the BLAS DE LEZO wreck located?

The BLAS DE LEZO wreck is located at coordinates 43 53.38 N,9 17.49 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BLAS DE LEZO?

The seabed around the BLAS DE LEZO lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the BLAS DE LEZO sink?

The BLAS DE LEZO sank on Jul 11, 1932.

When was the wreck of the BLAS DE LEZO discovered?

The wreck of the BLAS DE LEZO was discovered in 1932.

What country did the BLAS DE LEZO belong to?

The BLAS DE LEZO belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the BLAS DE LEZO?

The BLAS DE LEZO had a tonnage of 4650 tons.

What type of wreck is the BLAS DE LEZO?

The BLAS DE LEZO is classified as a light cruiser.