Burak M Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Burak m Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 27 N,15 25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.450000
  • Longitude: -15.416667
Water Depth 4900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BURAK M
Type tanker
Flag TR
Length 281.6 m
Width 38.4 m
Draught 17.4
Tonnage 67521
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1994
Original Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH426/400/02 29.9.94 VESSEL SANK IN 062700N, 152500W. (LL 29.9.94). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 1, 2003

Circumstances of loss

FLOODED IN ENGINE ROOM. POWER LOST. VESSEL SANK AND CREW OF 28 TOOK TO LIFEBOAT. ALL PICKED UP BY TANKER KNOCK ALLEN. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the BURAK M wreck located?

The BURAK M wreck is located at coordinates 6 27 N,15 25 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BURAK M?

The seabed around the BURAK M lies at approximately 4900 meters deep.

When did the BURAK M sink?

The BURAK M sank on Sep 28, 1994.

When was the wreck of the BURAK M discovered?

The wreck of the BURAK M was discovered in 1994.

What country did the BURAK M belong to?

The BURAK M belonged to TR.

What was the tonnage of the BURAK M?

The BURAK M had a tonnage of 67521 tons.

What type of wreck is the BURAK M?

The BURAK M is classified as a tanker.

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