Mar Pacifico Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mar pacifico Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 10 N,8 42 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.166667
  • Longitude: -8.700000
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAR PACIFICO
Type drifter
Flag PT
Tonnage 52
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 30, 1979
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.9.79 VESSEL SANK S OF LEIXOES. (LL, 1.9.79). NCA, POSN 411000N, 084200W FOR FILING ONLY. 27.10.79 NO PROSPECTS OF VESSEL BEING RAISED. (LL, 27.10.79). 27.12.07 NOT SHOWN ON PORTUGUESE 26402 [INT 1871] [JUN '07 EDN]. AMENDED TO NOT CHARTED BY PRIMARY AUTHORITY. NE 3258.
Last Amended Date Jan 20, 2009

Circumstances of loss

1.9.79 SANK AFTER COLLISION IN FOG WITH FV 'CISNE DO MAR', SEE WK RECORD [34740], S OF LEIXOES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SOC DE PESCAS RAINHA DOS MARES. (LL, 1.9.79, LLOYDS VOLS.237 & 238).

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FAQ

Where is the MAR PACIFICO wreck located?

The MAR PACIFICO wreck is located at coordinates 41 10 N,8 42 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAR PACIFICO?

The seabed around the MAR PACIFICO lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the MAR PACIFICO sink?

The MAR PACIFICO sank on Aug 30, 1979.

When was the wreck of the MAR PACIFICO discovered?

The wreck of the MAR PACIFICO was discovered in 1979.

What country did the MAR PACIFICO belong to?

The MAR PACIFICO belonged to PT.

What was the tonnage of the MAR PACIFICO?

The MAR PACIFICO had a tonnage of 52 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAR PACIFICO?

The MAR PACIFICO is classified as a drifter.

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