Morazan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Morazan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 41 N,7 39 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.683333
  • Longitude: -7.650000
Water Depth 4100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORAZAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3486
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 11, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.2.75 12.2.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 464100N, 073900W. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS, LL WW1). 21.2.75 21.2.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 145 MILES SW BY W FROM USHANT. (WW1SL). PLOTS IN OVER 4000MTRS.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-50 WHILST EN-ROUTE CALCUTTA TO MIDDLESBOROUGH AND DUNDEE.

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FAQ

Where is the MORAZAN wreck located?

The MORAZAN wreck is located at coordinates 46 41 N,7 39 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORAZAN?

The seabed around the MORAZAN lies at approximately 4100 meters deep.

When did the MORAZAN sink?

The MORAZAN sank on Nov 11, 1916.

When was the wreck of the MORAZAN discovered?

The wreck of the MORAZAN was discovered in 1916.

What country did the MORAZAN belong to?

The MORAZAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MORAZAN carrying?

The MORAZAN was carrying metal: concentrate and products,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the MORAZAN?

The MORAZAN had a tonnage of 3486 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORAZAN?

The MORAZAN is classified as a steam ship.

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