Praia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Praia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 18 N,17 4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.300000
  • Longitude: 17.066667
Water Depth 200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name PRAIA
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 43.6 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 392
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 20, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.7.71 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 14M NE OF BARI, IN APPROX 140MTRS. (LL 204). POSN 411800N, 170400E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 24, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. PASSAGE BARI FOR ZELENIKA. SANK DUE PRESUMABLY TO LEAKAGE. ALL CREW SAFE. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the PRAIA wreck located?

The PRAIA wreck is located at coordinates 41 18 N,17 4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PRAIA?

The seabed around the PRAIA lies at approximately 200 meters deep.

When did the PRAIA sink?

The PRAIA sank on Jun 20, 1971.

When was the wreck of the PRAIA discovered?

The wreck of the PRAIA was discovered in 1971.

What country did the PRAIA belong to?

The PRAIA belonged to IT.

What cargo was the PRAIA carrying?

The PRAIA was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the PRAIA?

The PRAIA had a tonnage of 392 tons.

What type of wreck is the PRAIA?

The PRAIA is classified as a motor vessel.

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