Trocas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Trocas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 7.523 N,24 37.21 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.125383
  • Longitude: 24.620167
Water Depth 550 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TROCAS
Type tanker
Flag GB
Length 105.9 m
Width 13.9 m
Draught 8.3
Tonnage 4129
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 18, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.9.72 1SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 10M NE OF SKYROS LTHSE, IN 390735N, 243715E APPROX. (LLWWI). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 26, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1893 BY J LAING. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE ANGLO-SAXON PETROLEUM CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 9.5 KNOTS. ON PASSAGE FROM ABADAN FOR SALONICA. WAS SUNK BY U-BOAT 10M NE OF SKYROS LT HO. 24 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the TROCAS wreck located?

The TROCAS wreck is located at coordinates 39 7.523 N,24 37.21 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TROCAS?

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

When did the TROCAS sink?

The TROCAS sank on Jan 18, 1918.

When was the wreck of the TROCAS discovered?

The wreck of the TROCAS was discovered in 1918.

What country did the TROCAS belong to?

The TROCAS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the TROCAS carrying?

The TROCAS was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the TROCAS?

The TROCAS had a tonnage of 4129 tons.

What type of wreck is the TROCAS?

The TROCAS is classified as a tanker.

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