Iran Ajr Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Iran ajr Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		26 50 N,51 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 26.833333
  • Longitude: 51.500000
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IRAN AJR
Type landing craft
Flag IR
Tonnage 1662
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 26, 1987
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.10.87 16.10.87 SUNK BY US NAVY DEMOLITION TEAM SOME 40M OFF QATAR PENINSULA AND 70M FROM IRAN. (LLOYDS VOL.269). NCA YET, POSN 265000N, 513000E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 8, 2009

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, EX NAVAL SUPPLY SHIP 'RAKHSH'. ATTACKED AND DAMAGED BY AMERICAN HELICOPTERS WHEN SEEN LAYING MINES. TAKEN IN TOW BY USS FRIGATE JARRETT & LATER SCUTTLED BY US NAVY 40M OFF QATAR PENINSULA. FIVE CREW KILLED, FOUR INJURED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the IRAN AJR wreck located?

The IRAN AJR wreck is located at coordinates 26 50 N,51 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IRAN AJR?

The seabed around the IRAN AJR lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the IRAN AJR sink?

The IRAN AJR sank on Sep 26, 1987.

When was the wreck of the IRAN AJR discovered?

The wreck of the IRAN AJR was discovered in 1987.

What country did the IRAN AJR belong to?

The IRAN AJR belonged to IR.

What was the tonnage of the IRAN AJR?

The IRAN AJR had a tonnage of 1662 tons.

What type of wreck is the IRAN AJR?

The IRAN AJR is classified as a landing craft.

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