Altamar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Altamar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 52 S,44 15.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -0.866667
  • Longitude: -44.258333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALTAMAR
Type motor vessel
Flag AR
Tonnage 3300
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 27, 1960
Original Detection Year 1960
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source merchant ship
Surveying Details H2003/60 26.4.60 ST IN 005154S, 441530W. (LL & MS DORCASIA HN 1/60). BR STD. H5367/68 14.1.70 SHOWN AS DW IN 005200S, 441530W ON BRAZILIAN 400 & 500. - NM BLOCK 1960/69. 27.5.77 SHOWN IN CONJUNCTION WITH DW (MASTS) ON NC 3958, NE'S 520 & 528.
Last Amended Date Jun 23, 2009
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FAQ

Where is the ALTAMAR wreck located?

The ALTAMAR wreck is located at coordinates 0 52 S,44 15.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALTAMAR?

The seabed around the ALTAMAR lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the ALTAMAR sink?

The ALTAMAR sank on Mar 27, 1960.

When was the wreck of the ALTAMAR discovered?

The wreck of the ALTAMAR was discovered in 1960.

What country did the ALTAMAR belong to?

The ALTAMAR belonged to AR.

What cargo was the ALTAMAR carrying?

The ALTAMAR was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the ALTAMAR?

The ALTAMAR had a tonnage of 3300 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALTAMAR?

The ALTAMAR is classified as a motor vessel.

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