Capitano A Cecchi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Capitano a cecchi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 51.217 N,19 53.833 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.853617
  • Longitude: 19.897217
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAPITANO A CECCHI
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 95.4 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 2321
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 8, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jul 24, 1996

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck CAPITANO A CECCHI is located in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Libya at the coordinates 31 51.217 N, 19 53.833 E. This underwater obstruction, historically recorded by the UK Hydrographic Office and various international maritime charts, is documented under the identifier H01338/42. The wreck site has been cross-referenced in historical Admiralty notices and international nautical charts, including French and US editions dating from 1977 and 1985. Mariners and researchers should note the position as a recorded underwater obstruction in the Mediterranean region. Consistent updates and surveys have historically maintained the wreck position for navigational safety and maritime records.

Surveying Details

H01338/42 30.10.42 H01338/42 30.10.42 DW PA 315115N, 195350E. (ADMIRALTY). - FNM 2389/42. 31.5.77 31.5.77 ST SHOWN IN 315115N, 195350E ON US 56190 [1977 EDN]. NCA. 14.1.86 14.1.86 ST PA SHOWN IN 315115N, 195350E ON FRENCH 4337 [1985 EDN]. NCA YET.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1934 BY ERIKSBERGS M/V A/B. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE ITALIAN GOVERNMENT. OIL ENGINE OF 543 NHP. WAS INTERCEPTED BY BRITISH WARSHIPS AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE ABOUT 2.5M OFF BENGHAZI. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the CAPITANO A CECCHI wreck located?

The CAPITANO A CECCHI wreck is located at coordinates 31 51.217 N,19 53.833 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CAPITANO A CECCHI?

The seabed around the CAPITANO A CECCHI lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the CAPITANO A CECCHI sink?

The CAPITANO A CECCHI sank on May 8, 1941.

When was the wreck of the CAPITANO A CECCHI discovered?

The wreck of the CAPITANO A CECCHI was discovered in 1941.

What country did the CAPITANO A CECCHI belong to?

The CAPITANO A CECCHI belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the CAPITANO A CECCHI?

The CAPITANO A CECCHI had a tonnage of 2321 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAPITANO A CECCHI?

The CAPITANO A CECCHI is classified as a motor vessel.

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