Rio Plata Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rio plata Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 30 N,119 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.500000
  • Longitude: 119.916667
Water Depth 34 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RIO PLATA
Type carrier
Flag GR
Length 142 m
Width 18.3 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 8117
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 23, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN APPROX 253000N, 1195500E. (LL 206). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 30.10.80 30.10.80 NOT SHOWN ON PRC 9109 (1:150T). 2.7.84 2.7.84 NOT SHOWN ON JAPANESE 525 (1:650T) (REC'D OCT 83).
Last Amended Date Nov 8, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1955 BY SHORT BROS LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MARVAN CIA NAV SA. PASSAGE CHUNGJIN FOR GDYNIA. STRUCK A REEF OFF HAITAN ISLAND, WAS ABANDONED & SUBSEQUENTLY SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the RIO PLATA wreck located?

The RIO PLATA wreck is located at coordinates 25 30 N,119 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RIO PLATA?

The seabed around the RIO PLATA lies at approximately 34 meters deep.

When did the RIO PLATA sink?

The RIO PLATA sank on Nov 23, 1971.

When was the wreck of the RIO PLATA discovered?

The wreck of the RIO PLATA was discovered in 1971.

What country did the RIO PLATA belong to?

The RIO PLATA belonged to GR.

What cargo was the RIO PLATA carrying?

The RIO PLATA was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the RIO PLATA?

The RIO PLATA had a tonnage of 8117 tons.

What type of wreck is the RIO PLATA?

The RIO PLATA is classified as a carrier.

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