Great Eagle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Great eagle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
14 33.5 S,65 31 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -14.558333
  • Longitude: 65.516667
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GREAT EAGLE
Type bulk carrier
Flag PA
Length 224 m
Width 31.7 m
Draught 13.4
Tonnage 31507
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 31, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 3.6.92 SANK IN 143330S, 653100E. (LL 1.6.92). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2019

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SALDANHA FOR DALIAN. REPORTED FLOODING DUE TO CRACKS IN HULL. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the GREAT EAGLE wreck located?

The GREAT EAGLE wreck is located at coordinates 14 33.5 S,65 31 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GREAT EAGLE?

The seabed around the GREAT EAGLE lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the GREAT EAGLE sink?

The GREAT EAGLE sank on May 31, 1992.

When was the wreck of the GREAT EAGLE discovered?

The wreck of the GREAT EAGLE was discovered in 1992.

What country did the GREAT EAGLE belong to?

The GREAT EAGLE belonged to PA.

What cargo was the GREAT EAGLE carrying?

The GREAT EAGLE was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the GREAT EAGLE?

The GREAT EAGLE had a tonnage of 31507 tons.

What type of wreck is the GREAT EAGLE?

The GREAT EAGLE is classified as a bulk carrier.