Komsomolets Kalmykii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Komsomolets kalmykii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 3.073 N,9 31.607 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.051217
  • Longitude: 9.526783
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII
Type motor vessel
Flag RU
Length 129.8 m
Width 17.7 m
Draught 9.8
Tonnage 5923
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 31, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 24, 2012

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck of the Komsomolets Kalmykii lies submerged off the coast of Cape Carbonara, located at the southeastern tip of Sardinia, Italy, in the Mediterranean Sea. The vessel, with an estimated size between 1,000 and 5,000 tons, sank on January 3, 1975. Verified by hydrographic surveys and Italian nautical charts, the underwater wreck is recorded at coordinates 39 03.073 N, 09 31.607 E. Charted as a non-dangerous wreck, this maritime obstruction is documented by the UK Hydrographic Office and remains an identifiable underwater feature off the Sardinian coast.

Surveying Details

3.1.75 3.1.75 SANK OFF CAPE CARBONARA. (LL 219). POSN 390400N, 093000E APPROX FOR FILING ONLY. 2.9.75 2.9.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 390500N, 093000E. (LL 221). 6.4.76 6.4.76 WK, 1000 TO 5000TONS, SHOWN IN 390300N, 093142E ON ITALIAN 0090. CHART AS NDW IN 390300N, 093142E. BR STD. 10.6.82 10.6.82 NOT SHOWN ON ITALIAN 304 [APR'80 EDN]. 17.9.90 17.9.90 NDW SHOWN IN 390303N, 093138E [MOD] ON ITALIAN 45 [FEB'90 EDN]. NC 1990. [WGD] POSN: 3903.073N, 0931.607E.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1972 BY A ZHDANOV, LENINGRAD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY USSR. PASSAGE CAGLIARI FOR ZHADANOV. CAPSIZED AFTER CARGO SHIFTED & SANK DURING A HEAVY STORM OFF CAPE CARBONARA. (MSD, LL).

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FAQ

Where is the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII wreck located?

The KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII wreck is located at coordinates 39 3.073 N,9 31.607 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII?

The seabed around the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII sink?

The KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII sank on Dec 31, 1974.

When was the wreck of the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII discovered?

The wreck of the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII was discovered in 1974.

What country did the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII belong to?

The KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII belonged to RU.

What cargo was the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII carrying?

The KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII was carrying metal: concentrate and products,chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII?

The KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII had a tonnage of 5923 tons.

What type of wreck is the KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII?

The KOMSOMOLETS KALMYKII is classified as a motor vessel.

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