Tortugas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tortugas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 12.93 N,24 54.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.215500
  • Longitude: 24.916167
Water Depth 550 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name TORTUGAS
Type carrier
Length 82.6 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1787
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.7.75 WK 30M SW OF SANTORINI ISLAND IN POSN 360000N, 240200E APPROX. (LLOYDS 221).NCA. FOR FILING ONLY. 3.5.76 WK IN 361300N, 245500E. (LLOYDS 224). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1946 BY BURNTISLAND SB CO, BURNTISLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PYGRI CHIOS SHIPPING CO LTD. PASSAGE NISIROS FOR ALGIERS. SANK AFTER ASSUMING 40DEG LIST IN HEAVY WEATHER (FORCE 9-10), 30M SW OF SANTORINI ISLAND (THIRA). CREW RECOVERED.

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FAQ

Where is the TORTUGAS wreck located?

The TORTUGAS wreck is located at coordinates 36 12.93 N,24 54.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TORTUGAS?

The seabed around the TORTUGAS lies at approximately 550 meters deep.

When did the TORTUGAS sink?

The TORTUGAS sank on Jul 3, 1975.

When was the wreck of the TORTUGAS discovered?

The wreck of the TORTUGAS was discovered in 1975.

What cargo was the TORTUGAS carrying?

The TORTUGAS was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the TORTUGAS?

The TORTUGAS had a tonnage of 1787 tons.

What type of wreck is the TORTUGAS?

The TORTUGAS is classified as a carrier.

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