John Drayton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
John drayton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 10 S,34 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -32.166667
  • Longitude: 34.833333
Water Depth 1500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOHN DRAYTON
Type steam ship
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 21, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 15.9.72 15.9.72 SUNK SOUTH OF DURBAN. (LIBERTY SHIPS). POSN 321000S, 345000E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2006

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED.

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FAQ

Where is the JOHN DRAYTON wreck located?

The JOHN DRAYTON wreck is located at coordinates 32 10 S,34 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the JOHN DRAYTON?

The seabed around the JOHN DRAYTON lies at approximately 1500 meters deep.

When did the JOHN DRAYTON sink?

The JOHN DRAYTON sank on Apr 21, 1943.

When was the wreck of the JOHN DRAYTON discovered?

The wreck of the JOHN DRAYTON was discovered in 1943.

What was the tonnage of the JOHN DRAYTON?

The JOHN DRAYTON had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the JOHN DRAYTON?

The JOHN DRAYTON is classified as a steam ship.

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