Paravolas Iii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Paravolas iii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 8 N,2 45 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.133333
  • Longitude: -2.750000
Water Depth 1700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PARAVOLAS III
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Length 67.1 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1089
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 2, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5066/70 8.10.79 SANK IN 360800N, 024500W APPROX. (LL 238). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2013

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1958 BY N V SCHEEPS. GEBR. V. D. WERF, DEEST. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ACAPULCO MARINE CO. LTD. PASSAGE ORAN FOR SHARPNESS. SANK S OF ALMERIA, CAUSE UNKNOWN. ALL CREW SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the PARAVOLAS III wreck located?

The PARAVOLAS III wreck is located at coordinates 36 8 N,2 45 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PARAVOLAS III?

The seabed around the PARAVOLAS III lies at approximately 1700 meters deep.

When did the PARAVOLAS III sink?

The PARAVOLAS III sank on Oct 2, 1979.

When was the wreck of the PARAVOLAS III discovered?

The wreck of the PARAVOLAS III was discovered in 1979.

What country did the PARAVOLAS III belong to?

The PARAVOLAS III belonged to CY.

What was the tonnage of the PARAVOLAS III?

The PARAVOLAS III had a tonnage of 1089 tons.

What type of wreck is the PARAVOLAS III?

The PARAVOLAS III is classified as a motor vessel.

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