Mabco 88 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mabco 88 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 30 N,61 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.500000
  • Longitude: -61.333333
Water Depth 350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MABCO 88
Type barge
Cargo general and mixed goods,machinery and mechanical parts
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 27, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.6.75 POSN GIVEN AS 40M N OF TRINIDAD. (LL, 9.6.75). POSN APPROX 113000N, 612000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 3, 2006

Circumstances of loss

UNDER TOW BY TUG FROM TRINIDAD TO ST LUCIA WHEN CARGO SHIFTED IN BAD WEATHER. TOW WAS BROKEN WHEN BARGE CAPSIZED LOSING CARGO ABOUT 40M N OF TRINIDAD. PRESUMED SUNK DURING NIGHT WHEN SEARCH FAILED TO LOCATE VESSEL. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the MABCO 88 wreck located?

The MABCO 88 wreck is located at coordinates 11 30 N,61 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MABCO 88?

The seabed around the MABCO 88 lies at approximately 350 meters deep.

When did the MABCO 88 sink?

The MABCO 88 sank on May 27, 1975.

When was the wreck of the MABCO 88 discovered?

The wreck of the MABCO 88 was discovered in 1975.

What cargo was the MABCO 88 carrying?

The MABCO 88 was carrying general and mixed goods,machinery and mechanical parts.

What type of wreck is the MABCO 88?

The MABCO 88 is classified as a barge.

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