Pizarro Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Pizarro Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 30 N,19 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.500000
  • Longitude: -19.666667
Water Depth 3900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PIZARRO
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 73.5 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1367
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 31, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jul 2, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck known as the Pizarro is located at the geographical coordinates 49 30 N, 19 40 W in the North Atlantic Ocean. The vessel sank at this position on March 6, 1941. Survey records indicate the wreck is situated in open deep water within the North Atlantic basin. Historical hydrographic data classifies the site as a sunken vessel, providing essential maritime navigation details for the underwater obstruction located at these specific coordinates in the North Atlantic.

Surveying Details

H01001/40 6.3.41 H01001/40 6.3.41 VESSEL SANK IN 493000N, 194000W APPROX. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1923 BY W BEARDMORE & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MACANDREWS & CO. OIL ENGINE OF 347NHP FOR 12KTRS. PASSAGE FOR GIBRALTAR WITH AN OUTWARD BOUND CONVOY. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE. (DODS & WW2 BR MSL).

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FAQ

Where is the PIZARRO wreck located?

The PIZARRO wreck is located at coordinates 49 30 N,19 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PIZARRO?

The seabed around the PIZARRO lies at approximately 3900 meters deep.

When did the PIZARRO sink?

The PIZARRO sank on Jan 31, 1941.

When was the wreck of the PIZARRO discovered?

The wreck of the PIZARRO was discovered in 1941.

What country did the PIZARRO belong to?

The PIZARRO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PIZARRO?

The PIZARRO had a tonnage of 1367 tons.

What type of wreck is the PIZARRO?

The PIZARRO is classified as a motor vessel.

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