Meapan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Meapan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
37 19.1 N,10 35.667 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.318333
  • Longitude: 10.594450
Water Depth 190 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEAPAN
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1947
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H2419/47 13.5.47 CONTACT IN 056DEGS, 14.8M FROM PLANE ISLAND LT OR, 371900N, 103542E. (N-S ASDIC CONTACTS LIST NO. 47/581/4/19 DTD 18.3.47).
Last Amended Date Mar 10, 2020

Circumstances of loss

NAME OF VESSEL LOGGED IN H2419/47; NO OTHER DETAILS AVAILABLE. NOT LOCATED IN ANY NORMAL REFERENCE BOOKS E.G, DODS, LLOYDS WAR LOSSES, BVLAS 1939-45.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 37 19.1 N,10 35.667 E
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FAQ

Where is the MEAPAN wreck located?

The MEAPAN wreck is located at coordinates 37 19.1 N,10 35.667 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MEAPAN?

The seabed around the MEAPAN lies at approximately 190 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MEAPAN discovered?

The wreck of the MEAPAN was discovered in 1947.