Lefteria Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lefteria Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 12 N,8 2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.200000
  • Longitude: -8.033333
Water Depth 4550 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEFTERIA
Type yacht
Flag US
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 1, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel Lefteria is located in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of France at coordinates 46 12 N, 8 2 W. This underwater obstruction was reported sunk following a maritime incident recorded in Lloyds reports. The site serves as a known navigational hazard in this region of the Atlantic. Surveying details confirm the presence of this sunken vessel at the specified latitude and longitude, which remains a point of interest for maritime records and underwater obstruction mapping.

Surveying Details

3.7.72 3.7.72 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN 461200N, 080200W APPROX. (LLOYDS 209). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, A CONVERTED TRAWLER, SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH FRENCH WEATHER SHIP 'FRANCE II'.

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FAQ

Where is the LEFTERIA wreck located?

The LEFTERIA wreck is located at coordinates 46 12 N,8 2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEFTERIA?

The seabed around the LEFTERIA lies at approximately 4550 meters deep.

When did the LEFTERIA sink?

The LEFTERIA sank on Jul 1, 1972.

When was the wreck of the LEFTERIA discovered?

The wreck of the LEFTERIA was discovered in 1972.

What country did the LEFTERIA belong to?

The LEFTERIA belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the LEFTERIA?

The LEFTERIA is classified as a yacht.

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