Pachina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Pachina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		26 27 N,15 55 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 26.450000
  • Longitude: -15.916667
Water Depth 3300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PACHINA
Type carrier
Flag ES
Length 60 m
Width 8.8 m
Tonnage 696
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 28, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 3, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck PACHINA is located off the coast of Western Sahara in the Atlantic Ocean at coordinates 26 27 N, 15 55 W. This underwater obstruction was reported following a sinking event recorded on March 10, 1983. Navigational warnings NAVAREA II 59 and 61/83 identified the vessel location as an approximate position. The site is classified as an underwater wreck and remains a point of interest for maritime charts and navigational safety in these Atlantic waters.

Surveying Details

H4718/70 10.3.83 H4718/70 10.3.83 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 262700N, 155500W APPROX. (LL, 10.3.83 & NAVAREA II 59 & 61/83). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1955. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JOSE ARTURO CURBELO VILLALBA. PASSAGE LAS PAMESS FOR NOUADHIBOU. SANK AFTER CARGO SHIFTED. CREW RESCUED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the PACHINA wreck located?

The PACHINA wreck is located at coordinates 26 27 N,15 55 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PACHINA?

The seabed around the PACHINA lies at approximately 3300 meters deep.

When did the PACHINA sink?

The PACHINA sank on Feb 28, 1983.

When was the wreck of the PACHINA discovered?

The wreck of the PACHINA was discovered in 1983.

What country did the PACHINA belong to?

The PACHINA belonged to ES.

What cargo was the PACHINA carrying?

The PACHINA was carrying general and mixed goods,cement.

What was the tonnage of the PACHINA?

The PACHINA had a tonnage of 696 tons.

What type of wreck is the PACHINA?

The PACHINA is classified as a carrier.

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