Rabunion Vxiii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Rabunion vxiii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 5.392 N,29 3.439 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.089867
  • Longitude: 29.057317
Wreck Depth 13.5 m
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name RABUNION VXIII
Type bulk carrier
Flag LB
Length 99.1 m
Width 14.9 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 4105
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo animals (land & sea) and birds
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 14, 1991
Original Detection Year 1991
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 29, 2013

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the vessel RABUNION XVIII is located in the Bosporus Strait near Rumelihisari at coordinates 41 5.392 N, 29 3.439 E. Originally reported sunk in November 1991, the underwater obstruction lies at a depth of 13.5 meters. This maritime hazard is identified in hydrographic records as a verified wreck site situated along the busy shipping lanes of the Bosporus. Marine charts document the position 41 5.392 N, 29 3.439 E as the primary location for this submerged wreck, which serves as a navigational reference for vessels transiting the Turkish Straits.

Surveying Details

HH388/350/01 25.11.91 HH388/350/01 25.11.91 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN THE BOSPORUS, NEAR RUMELIHISARI. (LL, 16.11.91). POSN 410500N, 290400E FOR FILING ONLY. HH388/350/02 23.1.92 HH388/350/02 23.1.92 WK 13.5MTRS IN 410527N, 290328E [EUR]. (TURKISH NM 370/91). BR STD. [WGD] POSN: 4105.392N, 2903.439E.

Circumstances of loss

EX- UNDINE [1982], BUILT 1966 BY JOS L MEYER, PAPENBURG/EMS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FAROUK RASSEM W MOUKAHAL & AHMED HASSEN ZAIDO. SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH PHILIPPINE M BULK CARRIER MADONNA LILY UNDER FAITH SULTAN MEHMET BRIDGE, NEAR RUMELIHISARI. ON PASSAGE CONTANTZA TO TARTOUS. 3 OF 32 CREW LOST. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 41 5.392 N,29 3.439 E
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FAQ

Where is the RABUNION VXIII wreck located?

The RABUNION VXIII wreck is located at coordinates 41 5.392 N,29 3.439 E.

How deep is the RABUNION VXIII and where exactly is it located?

The RABUNION VXIII lies at a depth of about 13.5 meters and is located at coordinates 41 5.392 N,29 3.439 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RABUNION VXIII?

The seabed around the RABUNION VXIII lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the RABUNION VXIII sink?

The RABUNION VXIII sank on Nov 14, 1991.

When was the wreck of the RABUNION VXIII discovered?

The wreck of the RABUNION VXIII was discovered in 1991.

What country did the RABUNION VXIII belong to?

The RABUNION VXIII belonged to LB.

What cargo was the RABUNION VXIII carrying?

The RABUNION VXIII was carrying animals (land & sea) and birds.

What was the tonnage of the RABUNION VXIII?

The RABUNION VXIII had a tonnage of 4105 tons.

What type of wreck is the RABUNION VXIII?

The RABUNION VXIII is classified as a bulk carrier.

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