Caribbean Trader Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Caribbean trader Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 23.5 N,89 38.6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.391667
  • Longitude: -89.643333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name CARIBBEAN TRADER
Type steam ship
Flag LR
Length 100 m
Width 14.2 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 2811
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 6, 1963
Original Detection Year 1963
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Feb 17, 2009

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck survey details for the Caribbean Trader located in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. The wreck is recorded with official coordinates at 22 23.5 N, 89 38.6 W. Historical survey data indicates the vessel has been monitored since 1964 with various position reports including 22 23.5 N, 89 38.6 W, 22 24.05 N, 89 38.30 W, 22 24.00 N, 89 38.30 W, and 22 22.40 N, 89 40.00 W. Navigational records describe the site as a conspicuous radar target detectable at a range of 10 miles. The site is identified in maritime charts as a dangerous wreck and is monitored as a navigational obstruction for passing vessels.

Surveying Details

H655/64 19.2.64 H655/64 19.2.64 ST IN 222330N, 893836W. (HAMBURG NM 5031/63). - NM 327/64. H655/64 9.3.64 H655/64 9.3.64 ST REPORTED IN 222405N, 893830W. CONSIDERED TO BE THIS VESSEL. (USHN 6630/63). H4978 2.10.69 H4978 2.10.69 GIVES A GOOD RADAR TARGET AT 10 MILES. (HAMBURG NM 3423/69). H4978/69 2.8.74 H4978/69 2.8.74 ST CONSPIC IN 222400N, 8938300W. (FRENCH NM 26/45/74). NCA. 18.12.81 18.12.81 SHOWN AS DW IN 222240N, 894000W ON US 28015. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943 BY G T DAVIE & SONS LTD, LAUZON, QUEBEC. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PLYMOUTH NAVIGATION CO INC. PASSAGE COATZACOALCOS FOR TAMPA. GROUNDED AND HEAVY SWELLS PUSHED THE SHIP FURTHER ONTO THE REEF. ALL HOLDS BECAM FLOODED. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 22 23.5 N,89 38.6 W
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FAQ

Where is the CARIBBEAN TRADER wreck located?

The CARIBBEAN TRADER wreck is located at coordinates 22 23.5 N,89 38.6 W.

When did the CARIBBEAN TRADER sink?

The CARIBBEAN TRADER sank on Jul 6, 1963.

When was the wreck of the CARIBBEAN TRADER discovered?

The wreck of the CARIBBEAN TRADER was discovered in 1963.

What country did the CARIBBEAN TRADER belong to?

The CARIBBEAN TRADER belonged to LR.

What cargo was the CARIBBEAN TRADER carrying?

The CARIBBEAN TRADER was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the CARIBBEAN TRADER?

The CARIBBEAN TRADER had a tonnage of 2811 tons.

What type of wreck is the CARIBBEAN TRADER?

The CARIBBEAN TRADER is classified as a steam ship.

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