Richard D Spaight Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Richard d spaight Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		28 0 S,37 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -28.000000
  • Longitude: 37.000000
Water Depth 2900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RICHARD D SPAIGHT
Type steam ship
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 10, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.9.72 SUNK IN THE INDIAN OCEAN. (LIBERY SHIPS). POSN 280000S, 370000E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2006

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED.

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FAQ

Where is the RICHARD D SPAIGHT wreck located?

The RICHARD D SPAIGHT wreck is located at coordinates 28 0 S,37 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RICHARD D SPAIGHT?

The seabed around the RICHARD D SPAIGHT lies at approximately 2900 meters deep.

When did the RICHARD D SPAIGHT sink?

The RICHARD D SPAIGHT sank on Mar 10, 1943.

When was the wreck of the RICHARD D SPAIGHT discovered?

The wreck of the RICHARD D SPAIGHT was discovered in 1943.

What was the tonnage of the RICHARD D SPAIGHT?

The RICHARD D SPAIGHT had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the RICHARD D SPAIGHT?

The RICHARD D SPAIGHT is classified as a steam ship.

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