Folgore Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Folgore Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 18.767 N,14 35.283 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.312783
  • Longitude: 14.588050
Water Depth 560 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FOLGORE
Type fishing vessel
Flag IT
Length 27.4 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 130
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 27, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH180/450/01 15.4.93 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 351846N, 143517E. (LL 292). NCA.
Last Amended Date May 20, 2003

Circumstances of loss

ABANDONED & SANK, REASON NOT KNOWN. CREW OF FOUR SAFE. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the FOLGORE wreck located?

The FOLGORE wreck is located at coordinates 35 18.767 N,14 35.283 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FOLGORE?

The seabed around the FOLGORE lies at approximately 560 meters deep.

When did the FOLGORE sink?

The FOLGORE sank on Mar 27, 1993.

When was the wreck of the FOLGORE discovered?

The wreck of the FOLGORE was discovered in 1993.

What country did the FOLGORE belong to?

The FOLGORE belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the FOLGORE?

The FOLGORE had a tonnage of 130 tons.

What type of wreck is the FOLGORE?

The FOLGORE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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