Kurtia No.1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kurtia no.1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 51 N,73 21 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 0.850000
  • Longitude: 73.350000
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KURTIA NO.1
Type fishing vessel
Flag PA
Length 39 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 289
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 10, 1978
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 15.3.78 STRANDED IN 005100N, 732100E APPROX. (LL, 15.3.78). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 30, 2019

Circumstances of loss

15.3.78 STRANDED INSIDE CORAL REEF, NEAR SUVADIVA ATOLL, MALDIVES. (LL, 15.3.78)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 0 51 N,73 21 E
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FAQ

Where is the KURTIA NO.1 wreck located?

The KURTIA NO.1 wreck is located at coordinates 0 51 N,73 21 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KURTIA NO.1?

The seabed around the KURTIA NO.1 lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the KURTIA NO.1 sink?

The KURTIA NO.1 sank on Mar 10, 1978.

When was the wreck of the KURTIA NO.1 discovered?

The wreck of the KURTIA NO.1 was discovered in 1978.

What country did the KURTIA NO.1 belong to?

The KURTIA NO.1 belonged to PA.

What cargo was the KURTIA NO.1 carrying?

The KURTIA NO.1 was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the KURTIA NO.1?

The KURTIA NO.1 had a tonnage of 289 tons.

What type of wreck is the KURTIA NO.1?

The KURTIA NO.1 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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