Angharad Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Angharad Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		26 45 N,53 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 26.750000
  • Longitude: 53.166667
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANGHARAD
Type tanker
Flag AE
Length 58.5 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 483
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 30, 1996
Original Detection Year 1996
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH496/430/01 19.2.96 SANK NEAR LAVAN ISLAND IN IRANIAN TERRITORIAL WATERS. (LL 8.2.96). POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 3, 2017

Circumstances of loss

BREAKDOWN IN ENGINE ROOM CREATED A HOLE IN THE HULL. VESSEL SANK. CREW OF NINE RESCUED. PASSAGE BUSHIRE FOR UNITED ARAB EMIRATES.

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FAQ

Where is the ANGHARAD wreck located?

The ANGHARAD wreck is located at coordinates 26 45 N,53 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ANGHARAD?

The seabed around the ANGHARAD lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the ANGHARAD sink?

The ANGHARAD sank on Jan 30, 1996.

When was the wreck of the ANGHARAD discovered?

The wreck of the ANGHARAD was discovered in 1996.

What country did the ANGHARAD belong to?

The ANGHARAD belonged to AE.

What cargo was the ANGHARAD carrying?

The ANGHARAD was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ANGHARAD?

The ANGHARAD had a tonnage of 483 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANGHARAD?

The ANGHARAD is classified as a tanker.

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