Al Akbar Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Al akbar ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
24 49 N,66 58.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 24.816667
  • Longitude: 66.975000
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AL AKBAR II
Type tanker
Flag PK
Tonnage 850
Tonnage Type displacement
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 8, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2997/71 14.8.85 SANK, FULLY LOADED ALONGSIDE RETURN WHARF, KEAMARI, KARACHI HARBOUR. ENQUIRY PENDING. EFFORT TO DISCHARGE OIL & REFLOAT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. (LL 10, 20.7.85). 1.10.85 SANK UPSIDE DOWN. ATTEMPTS TO RIGHT AND REFLOAT SO FAR UNSUCCESSFUL. (LL 30.9.85). NCA YET. 3.1.86 SALVAGED AND REFLOATED. (LL 2.1.86).
Last Amended Date Feb 17, 2003
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 24 49 N,66 58.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the AL AKBAR II wreck located?

The AL AKBAR II wreck is located at coordinates 24 49 N,66 58.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AL AKBAR II?

The seabed around the AL AKBAR II lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the AL AKBAR II sink?

The AL AKBAR II sank on Jul 8, 1985.

When was the wreck of the AL AKBAR II discovered?

The wreck of the AL AKBAR II was discovered in 1985.

What country did the AL AKBAR II belong to?

The AL AKBAR II belonged to PK.

What cargo was the AL AKBAR II carrying?

The AL AKBAR II was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the AL AKBAR II?

The AL AKBAR II had a tonnage of 850 tons.

What type of wreck is the AL AKBAR II?

The AL AKBAR II is classified as a tanker.