Monte Facho Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Monte facho Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 2 N,9 34 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.033333
  • Longitude: -9.566667
Water Depth 170 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MONTE FACHO
Type steam ship
Flag ES
Tonnage 3234
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 3, 1952
Original Detection Year 1952
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H7121/52 29.11.52 H7121/52 29.11.52 SANK IN 400200N, 093400W APPROX. (LL 5.10.52) NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Mar 20, 2001

Circumstances of loss

5.10.52 VESSEL SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH SS 'GRANFORD' IN FOG. (LL 5.10.52).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 40 2 N,9 34 W
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FAQ

Where is the MONTE FACHO wreck located?

The MONTE FACHO wreck is located at coordinates 40 2 N,9 34 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MONTE FACHO?

The seabed around the MONTE FACHO lies at approximately 170 meters deep.

When did the MONTE FACHO sink?

The MONTE FACHO sank on Oct 3, 1952.

When was the wreck of the MONTE FACHO discovered?

The wreck of the MONTE FACHO was discovered in 1952.

What country did the MONTE FACHO belong to?

The MONTE FACHO belonged to ES.

What cargo was the MONTE FACHO carrying?

The MONTE FACHO was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the MONTE FACHO?

The MONTE FACHO had a tonnage of 3234 tons.

What type of wreck is the MONTE FACHO?

The MONTE FACHO is classified as a steam ship.

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