Erica Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Erica ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		44 16.53 N,6 18.69 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.275500
  • Longitude: -6.311500
Water Depth 4300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ERICA II
Type carrier
Flag CY
Length 73.3 m
Width 11.5 m
Draught 6.3
Tonnage 1443
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo clay products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 24, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2909/85 15.5.86 H2909/85 15.5.86 SANK IN 441636N, 061836W. (LL 26.3.86). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1966 BY SCHIFFBAU-GES UNDERWESER AG, BREMERHAVEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SACON NAVIGATION CO LTD PASSAGE PLYMOUTH & FOWEY FOR THESSALONIKI & BIZERTA. LISTED AND SANK DUE TO VERY HEAVY WEATHER. 2 MEN RECOVERED, 9 LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ERICA II wreck located?

The ERICA II wreck is located at coordinates 44 16.53 N,6 18.69 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ERICA II?

The seabed around the ERICA II lies at approximately 4300 meters deep.

When did the ERICA II sink?

The ERICA II sank on Mar 24, 1983.

When was the wreck of the ERICA II discovered?

The wreck of the ERICA II was discovered in 1983.

What country did the ERICA II belong to?

The ERICA II belonged to CY.

What cargo was the ERICA II carrying?

The ERICA II was carrying clay products.

What was the tonnage of the ERICA II?

The ERICA II had a tonnage of 1443 tons.

What type of wreck is the ERICA II?

The ERICA II is classified as a carrier.

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