Marcato Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Marcato Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 30.032 N,0 59.898 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.500533
  • Longitude: 0.998300
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARCATO
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 79.9 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1651
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 4, 1926
Original Detection Year 1926
Last Detection Year 1971
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 2.3.71 NO CHART ACTION.
Last Amended Date Jan 27, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 183 BY J BLUMER & CO, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY H K H POHMAN. TWO BOILERS, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 177HP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE MAMSOS FOR ROCHESTER. STRUCK SUNKEN WRECK OFF EAST OOZE, THAMES ESTUARY. (DODS & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the MARCATO wreck located?

The MARCATO wreck is located at coordinates 51 30.032 N,0 59.898 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARCATO?

The seabed around the MARCATO lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the MARCATO sink?

The MARCATO sank on Feb 4, 1926.

When was the wreck of the MARCATO discovered?

The wreck of the MARCATO was discovered in 1926.

What country did the MARCATO belong to?

The MARCATO belonged to SE.

What cargo was the MARCATO carrying?

The MARCATO was carrying wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the MARCATO?

The MARCATO had a tonnage of 1651 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARCATO?

The MARCATO is classified as a steam ship.

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