Etrusco Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Etrusco Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 53 N,12 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.883333
  • Longitude: 12.916667
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ETRUSCO
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 61 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 921
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals,granular or powdery material
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 27, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 3.1.72 VESSEL SANK IN 405300N, 125500E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.206). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 30, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1929 BY ATELIERS ET CHANTIERS DE LA SEINE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ALESSANDRO FRESCHI. ON PASSAGE FROM BAIA, NAPLES, TO PORTO TORRES. SANK OFF THE ISLAND OF PONZA, HAVING STRUCK A FLOATING OBJECT. ALL NINE CREW WERE SAVED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ETRUSCO wreck located?

The ETRUSCO wreck is located at coordinates 40 53 N,12 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ETRUSCO?

The seabed around the ETRUSCO lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the ETRUSCO sink?

The ETRUSCO sank on Dec 27, 1971.

When was the wreck of the ETRUSCO discovered?

The wreck of the ETRUSCO was discovered in 1971.

What country did the ETRUSCO belong to?

The ETRUSCO belonged to IT.

What cargo was the ETRUSCO carrying?

The ETRUSCO was carrying minerals,granular or powdery material.

What was the tonnage of the ETRUSCO?

The ETRUSCO had a tonnage of 921 tons.

What type of wreck is the ETRUSCO?

The ETRUSCO is classified as a motor vessel.

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