Triton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Triton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 21.02 N,3 27.77 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.350333
  • Longitude: -3.462833
Water Depth 900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TRITON
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 82.3 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 994
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo scrap metal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 4, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4018/70 7.7.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 362106N, 032742W. (LLOYDS VOL.233 & NAV COMMSTA ROTA, SPAIN). NCA. 11.11.78 VESSEL HAS BEEN DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.234). NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 28, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1966 BY ASTILLEROS DE T RUIZ DE VELASCO, SA, BILBAO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHRISTOSHIP CHARTERING & SHIPPING CO. LTD. ON PASSAGE FROM INVERKEITHING TO ANZIO. SANK OFF MOTRIL AFTER TAKING IN WATER. ALL CREW SAFE. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the TRITON wreck located?

The TRITON wreck is located at coordinates 36 21.02 N,3 27.77 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TRITON?

The seabed around the TRITON lies at approximately 900 meters deep.

When did the TRITON sink?

The TRITON sank on Jul 4, 1978.

When was the wreck of the TRITON discovered?

The wreck of the TRITON was discovered in 1978.

What country did the TRITON belong to?

The TRITON belonged to GR.

What cargo was the TRITON carrying?

The TRITON was carrying scrap metal.

What was the tonnage of the TRITON?

The TRITON had a tonnage of 994 tons.

What type of wreck is the TRITON?

The TRITON is classified as a motor vessel.

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