Martazan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Martazan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 34 N,26 49 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.566667
  • Longitude: -26.816667
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARTAZAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 107.3 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 3466
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 5, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source other
Surveying Details 21.9.72 SANK IN PA 163400N. 264900W. (DODS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 20, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1906 BY R CRAGGS & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY H FERNIE & SONS. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 334NHP. PASSAGE SIERRA LEONE FOR LIVERPOOL. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MARTAZAN wreck located?

The MARTAZAN wreck is located at coordinates 16 34 N,26 49 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARTAZAN?

The seabed around the MARTAZAN lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the MARTAZAN sink?

The MARTAZAN sank on Jan 5, 1917.

When was the wreck of the MARTAZAN discovered?

The wreck of the MARTAZAN was discovered in 1917.

What country did the MARTAZAN belong to?

The MARTAZAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MARTAZAN carrying?

The MARTAZAN was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MARTAZAN?

The MARTAZAN had a tonnage of 3466 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARTAZAN?

The MARTAZAN is classified as a steam ship.

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