Irman Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Irman Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
12 55 S,38 18.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -12.916667
  • Longitude: 38.308333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IRMAN
Type steam ship
Flag BR
Length 88.1 m
Width 13.7 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1943
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 15, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1121/63 16.4.69 H1121/63 16.4.69 STRANDED ABOUT 10 MILES N OF SALVADOR. (LL JULY '68). POSN 125500S, 381830W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 26, 2009

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 12 55 S,38 18.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the IRMAN wreck located?

The IRMAN wreck is located at coordinates 12 55 S,38 18.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IRMAN?

The seabed around the IRMAN lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the IRMAN sink?

The IRMAN sank on Jul 15, 1968.

When was the wreck of the IRMAN discovered?

The wreck of the IRMAN was discovered in 1968.

What country did the IRMAN belong to?

The IRMAN belonged to BR.

What was the tonnage of the IRMAN?

The IRMAN had a tonnage of 1943 tons.

What type of wreck is the IRMAN?

The IRMAN is classified as a steam ship.