Tb-1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Tb-1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 39.61 S,177 15.78 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -17.660167
  • Longitude: 177.263000
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TB-1
Type barge
Tonnage 50
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 2, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH586/350/01 4.5.89 SUNK IN APPROX 30FT OF WATER OFF LUVUKA ISLAND. (LL 7.4.89). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 24.1.94 FIJI 86 DATUM: 173936.6S, 1771546.2E.
Last Amended Date Aug 28, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SANK AT ANCHOR DURING HEAVY WEATHER.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 17 39.61 S,177 15.78 E
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FAQ

Where is the TB-1 wreck located?

The TB-1 wreck is located at coordinates 17 39.61 S,177 15.78 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TB-1?

The seabed around the TB-1 lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the TB-1 sink?

The TB-1 sank on Apr 2, 1989.

When was the wreck of the TB-1 discovered?

The wreck of the TB-1 was discovered in 1989.

What cargo was the TB-1 carrying?

The TB-1 was carrying machinery and mechanical parts.

What was the tonnage of the TB-1?

The TB-1 had a tonnage of 50 tons.

What type of wreck is the TB-1?

The TB-1 is classified as a barge.

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