Minstrel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Minstrel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 11 N,63 42 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.183333
  • Longitude: -63.700000
Water Depth 220 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MINSTREL
Type motor vessel
Flag VC
Length 65.2 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 568
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 6, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH671/352/01 24.4.91 ABANDONED, LEFT ADRIFT AND SINKING IN 171100N, 634200W. (LL 9.4.91). NCA.FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 18, 2012

Circumstances of loss

EX-RICHARD '86, EX-LADY SOPHIA '83, EX-SHANNON '70. BUILT IN 1964 BY SCHHEEPSWERF 'HOOGEZAND' J BODEWES, HOOGEZAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CRESTAR SHIPPING. PASSAGE VENEZUELA FOR ST MARTIN. STARTED TAKING IN WATER BUT PUMPS FAILED WHEN ENGINE ROOM FLOODED. ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the MINSTREL wreck located?

The MINSTREL wreck is located at coordinates 17 11 N,63 42 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MINSTREL?

The seabed around the MINSTREL lies at approximately 220 meters deep.

When did the MINSTREL sink?

The MINSTREL sank on Apr 6, 1991.

When was the wreck of the MINSTREL discovered?

The wreck of the MINSTREL was discovered in 1991.

What country did the MINSTREL belong to?

The MINSTREL belonged to VC.

What cargo was the MINSTREL carrying?

The MINSTREL was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the MINSTREL?

The MINSTREL had a tonnage of 568 tons.

What type of wreck is the MINSTREL?

The MINSTREL is classified as a motor vessel.

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