Taffari Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Taffari Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 43 N,0 38 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.716667
  • Longitude: -0.633333
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name TAFFARI
Type merchant vessel
Length 96 m
Width 14.9 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 3484
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain,wine
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 23, 1919
Original Detection Year 1919
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 354300N, 003800W APPROX. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL.3). NCA, INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Mar 27, 2004

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT BY NATIONAL SHIPBUILDING CO, ORANGE, TEXAS. ALSO KNOWN AS 'WAR MYSTERY'. CAUGHT FIRE & BURNT OUT AT ORAN. TOTAL LOSS. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL 3).

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FAQ

Where is the TAFFARI wreck located?

The TAFFARI wreck is located at coordinates 35 43 N,0 38 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TAFFARI?

The seabed around the TAFFARI lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the TAFFARI sink?

The TAFFARI sank on Feb 23, 1919.

When was the wreck of the TAFFARI discovered?

The wreck of the TAFFARI was discovered in 1919.

What cargo was the TAFFARI carrying?

The TAFFARI was carrying grain,wine.

What was the tonnage of the TAFFARI?

The TAFFARI had a tonnage of 3484 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAFFARI?

The TAFFARI is classified as a merchant vessel.

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