Montecelo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Montecelo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 55 N,8 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.916667
  • Longitude: -8.666667
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MONTECELO
Type trawler
Flag ES
Length 32.6 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 201
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3160/69 12.5.78 H3160/69 12.5.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 475500N, 084000W. (LL 31.1.78). PLOTS IN APPROX 1000 MTRS.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL WAS ABANDONED FOLLOWING A FIRE & DRIFTED BEFORE SINKING.

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FAQ

Where is the MONTECELO wreck located?

The MONTECELO wreck is located at coordinates 47 55 N,8 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MONTECELO?

The seabed around the MONTECELO lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the MONTECELO sink?

The MONTECELO sank on Jan 29, 1978.

When was the wreck of the MONTECELO discovered?

The wreck of the MONTECELO was discovered in 1978.

What country did the MONTECELO belong to?

The MONTECELO belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the MONTECELO?

The MONTECELO had a tonnage of 201 tons.

What type of wreck is the MONTECELO?

The MONTECELO is classified as a trawler.

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