Rio Claro Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rio claro Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 30 N,12 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.500000
  • Longitude: -12.000000
Water Depth 4200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RIO CLARO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 110.6 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 4086
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 6, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SUNK OFF CASABLANCA. (DODS). SUNK IN 463000N, 120000W. (LL WW2 LOSSES). NCA. SUNK IN 463000N, 120000W. (WW2SL). NCA.FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 2, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1922 BY BLYTH SB & DY CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THOMPSON SS CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 474NHP. PASSAGE SUNDERLAND FOR MONTEVIDEO. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. (WW2 SL & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the RIO CLARO wreck located?

The RIO CLARO wreck is located at coordinates 34 30 N,12 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RIO CLARO?

The seabed around the RIO CLARO lies at approximately 4200 meters deep.

When did the RIO CLARO sink?

The RIO CLARO sank on Sep 6, 1939.

When was the wreck of the RIO CLARO discovered?

The wreck of the RIO CLARO was discovered in 1939.

What country did the RIO CLARO belong to?

The RIO CLARO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the RIO CLARO carrying?

The RIO CLARO was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the RIO CLARO?

The RIO CLARO had a tonnage of 4086 tons.

What type of wreck is the RIO CLARO?

The RIO CLARO is classified as a steam ship.

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