Jark Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Jark Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 28 N,53 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.466667
  • Longitude: -53.333333
Water Depth 4470 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JARK
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 71.3 m
Width 11.5 m
Draught 6.3
Tonnage 1156
Cargo fertiliser: natural and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 21, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 23.12.71 23.12.71 WK IN 252800N, 532000W. (LL VOL. 206). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 23, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1969 BY ANGYALFOLD SHIPYARD, BUDAPEST. OWNED BY TRYGVE BOASSON. PASSAGE ROTTERDAM FOR AGUADILLA, PUERTO RICO. AFTER SPRINGING A LEAK, SHE SANK ABOUT 740 MILES SE OF BERMUDA. ALL CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the JARK wreck located?

The JARK wreck is located at coordinates 25 28 N,53 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JARK?

The seabed around the JARK lies at approximately 4470 meters deep.

When did the JARK sink?

The JARK sank on Dec 21, 1971.

When was the wreck of the JARK discovered?

The wreck of the JARK was discovered in 1971.

What country did the JARK belong to?

The JARK belonged to NO.

What cargo was the JARK carrying?

The JARK was carrying fertiliser: natural and products.

What was the tonnage of the JARK?

The JARK had a tonnage of 1156 tons.

What type of wreck is the JARK?

The JARK is classified as a motor vessel.

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