Frotanorte (Part Of) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Frotanorte (part of) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 29.942 S,19 52.05 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -35.499033
  • Longitude: 19.867500
Wreck Depth 170 m
Water Depth 190 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FROTANORTE (PART OF)
Type bulk carrier
Flag VC
Length 176.8 m
Width 22.9 m
Draught 10.1
Tonnage 13847
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH450/440/01 11.1.93 HH450/440/01 11.1.93 AFTER SECTION SANK IN 352956S, 195119E AND FORWARD SECTION WAS SUNK IN 352956.5S, 195203E. (LL, 12.12.92). HH450/440/01 1.3.92 HH450/440/01 1.3.92 WK OF STERN SECTION IN 352956.5S, 195203E. LEAST DEPTH 170MTRS. (SAN NM 65/92). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jul 17, 2007

Circumstances of loss

HAVING GROUNDED APRIL 1980 IN BRASIL WAS TEMPORARILY STRENGTHENED FOR TOW TO KARACHI FOR SCRAPPING. BROKE FROM TOW WHEN 60M S OF MOSSEL BAY AND BROKE IN TWO IN HEAVY WEATHER. AFTER SECTION WAS SUNK BY REMOTE CONTROLLED EXPLOSIVE CHARGE AND FORWARD SECTION WAS SUNK BY NAVY GUNFIRE WHEN DRIFTING TOWARDS THE COAST. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the FROTANORTE (PART OF) wreck located?

The FROTANORTE (PART OF) wreck is located at coordinates 35 29.942 S,19 52.05 E.

How deep is the FROTANORTE (PART OF) and where exactly is it located?

The FROTANORTE (PART OF) lies at a depth of about 170 meters and is located at coordinates 35 29.942 S,19 52.05 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FROTANORTE (PART OF)?

The seabed around the FROTANORTE (PART OF) lies at approximately 190 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the FROTANORTE (PART OF) discovered?

The wreck of the FROTANORTE (PART OF) was discovered in 1992.

What country did the FROTANORTE (PART OF) belong to?

The FROTANORTE (PART OF) belonged to VC.

What was the tonnage of the FROTANORTE (PART OF)?

The FROTANORTE (PART OF) had a tonnage of 13847 tons.

What type of wreck is the FROTANORTE (PART OF)?

The FROTANORTE (PART OF) is classified as a bulk carrier.

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