Don Ricardo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Don ricardo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 39.93 N,24 12.96 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.665500
  • Longitude: 24.216000
Water Depth 105 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DON RICARDO
Type carrier
Flag AG
Length 68.3 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1056
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 13, 1997
Original Detection Year 1997
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH385/410/02 25.11.97 HH385/410/02 25.11.97 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 3.5M OFF KEA ISLAND. (LLOYDS VOL.310). CHART AS NDW PA IN 374000N, 241300E. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 1997

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1957. ON PASSAGE FROM ISTANBUL FOR CASABLANCA. SANK AFTER COLLISION IN THICK FOG WITH MV 'MUHIEDDINE VII' [5198 GRT]. CREW OF FIVE MISSING. (LLOYDS VOL.301).

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FAQ

Where is the DON RICARDO wreck located?

The DON RICARDO wreck is located at coordinates 37 39.93 N,24 12.96 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DON RICARDO?

The seabed around the DON RICARDO lies at approximately 105 meters deep.

When did the DON RICARDO sink?

The DON RICARDO sank on Nov 13, 1997.

When was the wreck of the DON RICARDO discovered?

The wreck of the DON RICARDO was discovered in 1997.

What country did the DON RICARDO belong to?

The DON RICARDO belonged to AG.

What cargo was the DON RICARDO carrying?

The DON RICARDO was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the DON RICARDO?

The DON RICARDO had a tonnage of 1056 tons.

What type of wreck is the DON RICARDO?

The DON RICARDO is classified as a carrier.

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