Rio Sarela Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rio sarela Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 10 N,14 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.166667
  • Longitude: -14.000000
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RIO SARELA
Type steam ship
Flag ES
Length 47.2 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 395
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 4, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.12.73 7.12.73 SANK IN 271000N, 140000W APPROX. (LL 213). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 15, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1912. PASSAGE PUERTO DE LA LUZ FOR AAIUN. SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION ABOUT 30M W OF AAIUN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FRUTEROS ESPANOLES SA. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the RIO SARELA wreck located?

The RIO SARELA wreck is located at coordinates 27 10 N,14 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RIO SARELA?

The seabed around the RIO SARELA lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the RIO SARELA sink?

The RIO SARELA sank on Mar 4, 1973.

When was the wreck of the RIO SARELA discovered?

The wreck of the RIO SARELA was discovered in 1973.

What country did the RIO SARELA belong to?

The RIO SARELA belonged to ES.

What cargo was the RIO SARELA carrying?

The RIO SARELA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the RIO SARELA?

The RIO SARELA had a tonnage of 395 tons.

What type of wreck is the RIO SARELA?

The RIO SARELA is classified as a steam ship.

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