Castor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Castor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 20.667 S,38 58.65 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -16.344450
  • Longitude: -38.977500
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name CASTOR
Type motor vessel
Flag BR
Tonnage 1996
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 2, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H4228/77 24.10.84 H4228/77 24.10.84 STRANDED IN POSN 162023S, 385850W. (NAVAREA V 2248R). H4288/77 22.1.87 H4288/77 22.1.87 POSN 162040S, 385839W. (BRASIL NM 341/86). INS ST. - NM 470/87. H4288/77 6.12.88 H4288/77 6.12.88 FOUNDERED IN 162005S, 385805W. (LL 17.11.88). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 26, 1987

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE VITORIATO FOR SALVADOR. FOUNDERED DURING HEAVY WEATHER. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the CASTOR wreck located?

The CASTOR wreck is located at coordinates 16 20.667 S,38 58.65 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CASTOR?

The seabed around the CASTOR lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the CASTOR sink?

The CASTOR sank on Sep 2, 1984.

When was the wreck of the CASTOR discovered?

The wreck of the CASTOR was discovered in 1984.

What country did the CASTOR belong to?

The CASTOR belonged to BR.

What cargo was the CASTOR carrying?

The CASTOR was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the CASTOR?

The CASTOR had a tonnage of 1996 tons.

What type of wreck is the CASTOR?

The CASTOR is classified as a motor vessel.

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