Zulu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Zulu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 53.2 S,17 44.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -32.886667
  • Longitude: 17.740000
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ZULU
Type motor vessel
Flag ZA
Length 52.7 m
Width 11 m
Draught 3.3
Tonnage 813
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 7, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.10.71 6.10.71 SANK IN 325312S, 174424E ABOUT 7M OFF CAPE COLUMBINE. (LL VOL.205 & 206). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 14, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PORT NOLLOTH FOR CAPE TOWN. SANK WHEN IN COLLISION IN DENSE FOG WITH MV OVAMBO. ALL CREW SAFELY RESCUED. (LL VOL.205 & 206)

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FAQ

Where is the ZULU wreck located?

The ZULU wreck is located at coordinates 32 53.2 S,17 44.4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ZULU?

The seabed around the ZULU lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the ZULU sink?

The ZULU sank on Jul 7, 1971.

When was the wreck of the ZULU discovered?

The wreck of the ZULU was discovered in 1971.

What country did the ZULU belong to?

The ZULU belonged to ZA.

What cargo was the ZULU carrying?

The ZULU was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ZULU?

The ZULU had a tonnage of 813 tons.

What type of wreck is the ZULU?

The ZULU is classified as a motor vessel.

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