Richard Lander Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Richard lander Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		5 23 N,5 19 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 5.383333
  • Longitude: 5.316667
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RICHARD LANDER
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.8.75 BELIEVED SUNK BETWEEN BURUTU & ASABA/ONITSHA. (LL, 2.8.75) NCA, POSN 052300N, 051900E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 30, 1999

Circumstances of loss

2.8.75 VESSEL WAS CAPTURED BY REBEL TROOPS DURING NIGERIAN CIVIL WAR. BELIEVED SUNK & LOST BETWEEN BURUTU & ASABA/ONITSHA. (LL, 2.8.75)

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FAQ

Where is the RICHARD LANDER wreck located?

The RICHARD LANDER wreck is located at coordinates 5 23 N,5 19 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RICHARD LANDER?

The seabed around the RICHARD LANDER lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the RICHARD LANDER discovered?

The wreck of the RICHARD LANDER was discovered in 1975.

What type of wreck is the RICHARD LANDER?

The RICHARD LANDER is classified as a tug.

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