Victory (Fore Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Victory (fore section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 53 N,25 37.9 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.883333
  • Longitude: -25.631667
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VICTORY (FORE SECTION)
Type tanker
Flag GR
Length 170.7 m
Width 22.3 m
Draught 9.8
Tonnage 12487
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: liquid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 12, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 19, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

Underwater wreck site VICTORY FORE SECTION is located in the North Atlantic Ocean at coordinates 46 53 N, 25 37.9 W. This marine obstruction represents the fore section of the vessel VICTORY. Official surveying records under reference H1279/82 document the sinking position of this maritime wreckage. Please note that the aft section of the VICTORY is located at a separate geographical position of 47 55 N, 10 10 W. Navigational charts identify these coordinates as significant underwater obstructions for maritime safety.

Surveying Details

H1279/82 1.3.82 H1279/82 1.3.82 SINKING POSN OF FORE SECTION GIVEN AS 465300N, 253754W. (LL 13 & 17.2.82). 24.2.96 24.2.96 SINKING POSN OF AFT SECTION GIVEN AS 475500N, 101000W. (MSD).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1960 BY LINDHOLMENS VARV A/B, GOTHENBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PAM SHIPPING LTD. PASSAGE PALM BEACH, FLORIDA FOR AVONMOUTH & LIVERPOOL. BROKE IN TWO DURING STORM FORCE 11 WINDS. FORE SECTION SANK BUT AFT SECTION DRIFTED FOR THREE WEEKS BEFORE FINALLY BEING SCUTTLED BY WIJSMULLER (UK) LTD TUG 'TITANIC'. 15 MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the VICTORY (FORE SECTION) wreck located?

The VICTORY (FORE SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 46 53 N,25 37.9 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VICTORY (FORE SECTION)?

The seabed around the VICTORY (FORE SECTION) lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the VICTORY (FORE SECTION) sink?

The VICTORY (FORE SECTION) sank on Feb 12, 1982.

When was the wreck of the VICTORY (FORE SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the VICTORY (FORE SECTION) was discovered in 1982.

What country did the VICTORY (FORE SECTION) belong to?

The VICTORY (FORE SECTION) belonged to GR.

What cargo was the VICTORY (FORE SECTION) carrying?

The VICTORY (FORE SECTION) was carrying foodstuffs: liquid.

What was the tonnage of the VICTORY (FORE SECTION)?

The VICTORY (FORE SECTION) had a tonnage of 12487 tons.

What type of wreck is the VICTORY (FORE SECTION)?

The VICTORY (FORE SECTION) is classified as a tanker.

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