Samz Pioneer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Samz pioneer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
28 49.2 N,49 51.6 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 28.820000
  • Longitude: 49.860000
Wreck Depth 46 m
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAMZ PIONEER
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Cargo chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 24, 1974
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 28.3.77 28.3.77 DW IN 284900N, 495200E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 2884. H3817/70 25.5.77 H3817/70 25.5.77 UNMARKED DW PA IN 284900N, 495200E. (MENAS). - NM 1287/77. HH496/400/04 16.4.98 HH496/400/04 16.4.98 WK 46MTRS NOW DW IN 284912N, 495136E [WGD]. (US NM 13/62032/9). - NM 1550/98.
Last Amended Date Aug 9, 2012

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED FOLLOWING FIRE WHILST EN-ROUTE KUWAIT TO ABU DHABI.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 28 49.2 N,49 51.6 E
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FAQ

Where is the SAMZ PIONEER wreck located?

The SAMZ PIONEER wreck is located at coordinates 28 49.2 N,49 51.6 E.

How deep is the SAMZ PIONEER and where exactly is it located?

The SAMZ PIONEER lies at a depth of about 46 meters and is located at coordinates 28 49.2 N,49 51.6 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SAMZ PIONEER?

The seabed around the SAMZ PIONEER lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the SAMZ PIONEER sink?

The SAMZ PIONEER sank on Jan 24, 1974.

When was the wreck of the SAMZ PIONEER discovered?

The wreck of the SAMZ PIONEER was discovered in 1977.

What country did the SAMZ PIONEER belong to?

The SAMZ PIONEER belonged to PA.

What cargo was the SAMZ PIONEER carrying?

The SAMZ PIONEER was carrying chemicals.

What type of wreck is the SAMZ PIONEER?

The SAMZ PIONEER is classified as a motor vessel.