Freight Transporter Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Freight transporter Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 6 N,26 17 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.100000
  • Longitude: -26.283333
Water Depth 2803 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FREIGHT TRANSPORTER
Type steam ship
Flag PA
Length 107.6 m
Width 18 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 3239
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 16, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 17.12.71 VESSEL SANK IN 390600N, 261700W APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.206). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 15, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1914 BY W.CRAMP & SONS S&E BUILDING CO. PHILADELPHIA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ODECCA TERMINALS, INC. PASSAGE JACKSONVILLE FOR BILBAO FOR SCRAPPING. SANK WHILST IN TOW OF THE TUG SEETRANS 1 DURING HEAVY WEATHER OFF THE AZORES. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the FREIGHT TRANSPORTER wreck located?

The FREIGHT TRANSPORTER wreck is located at coordinates 39 6 N,26 17 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FREIGHT TRANSPORTER?

The seabed around the FREIGHT TRANSPORTER lies at approximately 2803 meters deep.

When did the FREIGHT TRANSPORTER sink?

The FREIGHT TRANSPORTER sank on Dec 16, 1971.

When was the wreck of the FREIGHT TRANSPORTER discovered?

The wreck of the FREIGHT TRANSPORTER was discovered in 1971.

What country did the FREIGHT TRANSPORTER belong to?

The FREIGHT TRANSPORTER belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the FREIGHT TRANSPORTER?

The FREIGHT TRANSPORTER had a tonnage of 3239 tons.

What type of wreck is the FREIGHT TRANSPORTER?

The FREIGHT TRANSPORTER is classified as a steam ship.

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