Dylon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Dylon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 31.129 N,59 13.832 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.518817
  • Longitude: -59.230533
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water Springs
Name DYLON
Type motor vessel
Flag VC
Length 50.3 m
Tonnage 96
Tonnage Type net
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 10, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2420/84 15.3.85 SANK IN 083200N, 591400W APPROX. (LL, 5.3.85). INS AS DW (STS FOR PA). - NM 1085/85. H2420/85 13.6.85 SANK IN 083200N, 591300W APPROX. NAME GIVEN AS DYLAN. (SUPT OF SURVEYS, GUYANA, 26.4.85). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 29, 2021

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW OF MV CELTIC PINE WHILE ON PASSAGE PORT OF SPAIN FOR GUYANA. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the DYLON wreck located?

The DYLON wreck is located at coordinates 8 31.129 N,59 13.832 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DYLON?

The seabed around the DYLON lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the DYLON sink?

The DYLON sank on Dec 10, 1984.

When was the wreck of the DYLON discovered?

The wreck of the DYLON was discovered in 1984.

What country did the DYLON belong to?

The DYLON belonged to VC.

What cargo was the DYLON carrying?

The DYLON was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the DYLON?

The DYLON had a tonnage of 96 tons.

What type of wreck is the DYLON?

The DYLON is classified as a motor vessel.

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