Kudristan (Bow Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kudristan (bow section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 55.2 N,60 58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.920000
  • Longitude: -60.966667
Water Depth 4200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION)
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 19869
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 15.3.79 BROKE IN TWO IN 463336N, 592200W. (LL 17.3.79). 28.1.80 SCUTTLED IN 415512N, 605800W. (LL 22.5.77). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 15, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BROKE IN TWO AFTER STRIKING UNKNOWN OBJECT. BOW AND STERN SECTIONS BOTH TAKEN IN TOW. STERN SECTON TRANSFERRED AT HAWKESBURY AND TWOED TO THE NETHERLANDS FOR RECONSTRUCTION. REMAINING 205FT OF BOW SECTION CONTAINING SOME 7050 TONS OIL SCUTTLED IN DEEP WATER. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) wreck located?

The KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 41 55.2 N,60 58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION)?

The seabed around the KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) lies at approximately 4200 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) was discovered in 1979.

What country did the KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) belong to?

The KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) carrying?

The KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) was carrying flammable liquids and gases.

What was the tonnage of the KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION)?

The KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) had a tonnage of 19869 tons.

What type of wreck is the KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION)?

The KUDRISTAN (BOW SECTION) is classified as a tanker.

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