Kastel Luanda Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kastel luanda Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 57 N,13 2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.950000
  • Longitude: 13.033333
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name KASTEL LUANDA
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 71.3 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 500
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo clay products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 18, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.1.75 VESSEL SANK IN 405400N, 125800E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.219). NCA. 6.11.75 VESSEL SANK IN 405700N, 130200E APPROX. (LLOYDS CASUALTY REGISTER 1974). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 13, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1957 BY CANTIERI NAVALI GIULIANO, TRIESTE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FRADAMENTO, S.A.. WHILE TRYING TO SEEK SHELTER IN HEAVY WEATHER AT PONZA ISLAND, PARTIALLY LOADED, THE VESSEL WAS WRECKED WHEN SHE BROKE IN TWO AFTER RUNNING AGROUND ON A ROCKY BOTTOM. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 40 57 N,13 2 E
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FAQ

Where is the KASTEL LUANDA wreck located?

The KASTEL LUANDA wreck is located at coordinates 40 57 N,13 2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KASTEL LUANDA?

The seabed around the KASTEL LUANDA lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the KASTEL LUANDA sink?

The KASTEL LUANDA sank on Dec 18, 1974.

When was the wreck of the KASTEL LUANDA discovered?

The wreck of the KASTEL LUANDA was discovered in 1974.

What country did the KASTEL LUANDA belong to?

The KASTEL LUANDA belonged to PA.

What cargo was the KASTEL LUANDA carrying?

The KASTEL LUANDA was carrying clay products.

What was the tonnage of the KASTEL LUANDA?

The KASTEL LUANDA had a tonnage of 500 tons.

What type of wreck is the KASTEL LUANDA?

The KASTEL LUANDA is classified as a carrier.

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