Matador Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Matador Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 38 S,58 21 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.633333
  • Longitude: -58.350000
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MATADOR
Type tug
Flag AR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 7, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 11.12.75 SANK AT ENTRANCE TO E BASIN , NEW PORT, BUENOS AIRES. (LL 10.12.75). NCA, POSN 343800S, 582100W FOR FILING ONLY. 16.1.76 REFLOATED 9.1.76. (LLOYDS VOL.223). AMENDED TO LIFT. NCA. 9.8.84 NOT SHOWN ON ARGENTINE H 156 [1976 EDN]. NFA.
Last Amended Date Apr 10, 2019

Circumstances of loss

9.1.76 WHILE ASSISTING MOTOR BULK TANKER SUGAR CRYSTAL TO BERTH AT BUENOS AIRES, TOW ROPE PARTED & TUG FOUNDERED. 4 CREW MEMBERS DROWNED. (LLOYDS VOL.222). REFLOATED 9.1.76. (LLOYDS VOL.223).

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FAQ

Where is the MATADOR wreck located?

The MATADOR wreck is located at coordinates 34 38 S,58 21 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MATADOR?

The seabed around the MATADOR lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the MATADOR sink?

The MATADOR sank on Dec 7, 1975.

When was the wreck of the MATADOR discovered?

The wreck of the MATADOR was discovered in 1975.

What country did the MATADOR belong to?

The MATADOR belonged to AR.

What type of wreck is the MATADOR?

The MATADOR is classified as a tug.

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