Irish Rover Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Irish rover Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		24 43 N,76 9 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 24.716667
  • Longitude: -76.150000
Water Depth 732 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IRISH ROVER
Type landing craft
Length 32.3 m
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,machinery and mechanical parts
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 20, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.2.70 REPORTED SUNK IN 400FMS (NOT 400 FT AS PREVIOUSLY REPORTED), 120DEGS, 10M FROM FREETOWN, ELEUTHERA. (LL 199). POSN 244300N, 760900W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 16, 2000

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK AFTER CRANE CARGO BROKE LOOSE AND VESSEL TOOK ON WATER. PASSAGE PORT EVERGLADES FOR MARSH HARBOUR. 6 CREW RESCUED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the IRISH ROVER wreck located?

The IRISH ROVER wreck is located at coordinates 24 43 N,76 9 W.

How deep is the seabed around the IRISH ROVER?

The seabed around the IRISH ROVER lies at approximately 732 meters deep.

When did the IRISH ROVER sink?

The IRISH ROVER sank on Jan 20, 1970.

When was the wreck of the IRISH ROVER discovered?

The wreck of the IRISH ROVER was discovered in 1970.

What cargo was the IRISH ROVER carrying?

The IRISH ROVER was carrying metal: concentrate and products,machinery and mechanical parts.

What type of wreck is the IRISH ROVER?

The IRISH ROVER is classified as a landing craft.

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