Martin Fierro Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Martin fierro Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 33.948 S,56 53.92 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -38.565800
  • Longitude: -56.898667
Water Depth 82 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARTIN FIERRO
Type fishing vessel
Flag AR
Tonnage 188
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 11, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Aug 4, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck of the Martin Fierro is located underwater at coordinates 38 33.948 S, 56 53.92 W southeast of Mar Del Plata. Recorded as a total loss after sinking, the vessel remains documented by the UK Hydrographic Office and Argentine nautical authorities as a submerged obstruction.

Surveying Details

H2761/69 26.5.78 NDW IN 383418S, 565430W. (ARGENTINE NM 46 & 54/78). BR STD. 21.9.78 VESSEL IS TOTALLY SUNK AND IS TO BE LEFT AS A TOTAL LOSS. (LL, 20.10.78). NCA. 13.11.78 SANK SE OF MAR DEL PLATA IN 383428S, 565430W. (UID 9/78). NCA. 15.7.10 SHOWN IN 3834.569S, 5654.579W [UND] ON BA 3065 [NE 16.7.76, CORR TO NM 1965/10]. 15.7.10 SHOWN IN 3833.948S, 5653.920W [UND] ON ARGENTINIAN 101 [EDN 4 DTD 1984 CORR TO 1989, 1:500,000].

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FAQ

Where is the MARTIN FIERRO wreck located?

The MARTIN FIERRO wreck is located at coordinates 38 33.948 S,56 53.92 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARTIN FIERRO?

The seabed around the MARTIN FIERRO lies at approximately 82 meters deep.

When did the MARTIN FIERRO sink?

The MARTIN FIERRO sank on Mar 11, 1978.

When was the wreck of the MARTIN FIERRO discovered?

The wreck of the MARTIN FIERRO was discovered in 1978.

What country did the MARTIN FIERRO belong to?

The MARTIN FIERRO belonged to AR.

What was the tonnage of the MARTIN FIERRO?

The MARTIN FIERRO had a tonnage of 188 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARTIN FIERRO?

The MARTIN FIERRO is classified as a fishing vessel.

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