Thunder Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thunder Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 43.921 N,26 9.78 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.732017
  • Longitude: 26.163000
Water Depth 250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name THUNDER
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Length 55.2 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 420
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts,wine
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 22, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the THUNDER is a documented underwater obstruction located in the Aegean Sea near the coast of Greece. The wreck coordinates are 36 43.921 N, 26 09.780 E. Originally reported in 1973 as an approximate sinking position near 36 44.000 N, 26 11.000 E, the site was later refined in 2007. This underwater site is officially recognized and charted on Greek nautical charts. Mariners and divers should note that the location is cataloged under UK Hydrographic Office surveying details, confirming its presence in these coordinates within the Aegean region.

Surveying Details

27.6.73 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 364400N, 261100E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.212). NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. SEP 2007/000039126 28.6.07 NDW ED SHOWN IN 3643.991N, 2609.780E [EUR] ON GREEK 424 [OCT '06 EDN, 1:150,000].

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PIRAEUS FOR FAMAGUSTA. SANK AFTER BEING ABANDONED IN HEAVY WEATHER. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 36 43.921 N,26 9.78 E
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FAQ

Where is the THUNDER wreck located?

The THUNDER wreck is located at coordinates 36 43.921 N,26 9.78 E.

How deep is the seabed around the THUNDER?

The seabed around the THUNDER lies at approximately 250 meters deep.

When did the THUNDER sink?

The THUNDER sank on Mar 22, 1973.

When was the wreck of the THUNDER discovered?

The wreck of the THUNDER was discovered in 1973.

What country did the THUNDER belong to?

The THUNDER belonged to PA.

What cargo was the THUNDER carrying?

The THUNDER was carrying machinery and mechanical parts,wine.

What was the tonnage of the THUNDER?

The THUNDER had a tonnage of 420 tons.

What type of wreck is the THUNDER?

The THUNDER is classified as a motor vessel.

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