Francine M Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Francine m Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 2.94 N,5 7.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.049000
  • Longitude: -5.118167
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCINE M
Type steam ship
Flag LR
Length 98.3 m
Width 13.2 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 2622
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts,coke
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 14, 1965
Original Detection Year 1965
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H2431/57 31.3.69 SANK IN 480300N, 050700W APPROX, GEN DEPTH ABOUT 45FMS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. 18.12.88 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7067 [1987 EDN]. NOT LISTED IN FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987. RETAIN POSN FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2016/000015589 26.2.16 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7067 [ED4, COR 8.1.16]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 3, 2017

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1947 BY ATELIERS & CHANTIERS DE LA LOIRE, ST NAZAIRE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CIA. DE NAV. PATRICIO(LIBERIA) LTDA. PASSAGE BARRY FOR LISBON. CAPSIZED & SANK AFTER HITTING AR MEN ROCKS IN HEAVY WEATHER. 2 OF 17 CREW LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the FRANCINE M wreck located?

The FRANCINE M wreck is located at coordinates 48 2.94 N,5 7.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCINE M?

The seabed around the FRANCINE M lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the FRANCINE M sink?

The FRANCINE M sank on Nov 14, 1965.

When was the wreck of the FRANCINE M discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCINE M was discovered in 1965.

What country did the FRANCINE M belong to?

The FRANCINE M belonged to LR.

What cargo was the FRANCINE M carrying?

The FRANCINE M was carrying machinery and mechanical parts,coke.

What was the tonnage of the FRANCINE M?

The FRANCINE M had a tonnage of 2622 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRANCINE M?

The FRANCINE M is classified as a steam ship.

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