Armando Diaz Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Armando diaz Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 33.1 N,11 45.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.551667
  • Longitude: 11.753333
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARMANDO DIAZ
Type light cruiser
Flag IT
Length 168.9 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 5008
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 25, 1941
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source other
Surveying Details H04253/41 6.2.42 NDW PA IN 343300N, 114500E. (C IN C MED). - FNM 304/42. 26.4.76 WK SHOWN IN 343215N, 114535E ON ITALIAN WK CHART 0050. 3.2.77 SHOWN AS NDW PA IN 343248N, 114500E ON FRENCH 4315 [1976 EDN]. 27.7.87 SHOWN AS NDW PA IN 343257N, 114500E ON FRENCH 4235. NE 3327 POSN: 343306N, 114512E. 2.1.03 NDW IN 3433.100N, 1145200E [WGD]. NE 3403 [STS FOR PA].
Last Amended Date Mar 20, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1932 BY ODERO-TERNI-ORLANDO. THREE DRUM BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OF 95,000 SHP FOR 39.7KTRS. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY HMSM UPRIGHT OFF COAST OF TRIPOLI. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ARMANDO DIAZ wreck located?

The ARMANDO DIAZ wreck is located at coordinates 34 33.1 N,11 45.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ARMANDO DIAZ?

The seabed around the ARMANDO DIAZ lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the ARMANDO DIAZ sink?

The ARMANDO DIAZ sank on Feb 25, 1941.

When was the wreck of the ARMANDO DIAZ discovered?

The wreck of the ARMANDO DIAZ was discovered in 1942.

What country did the ARMANDO DIAZ belong to?

The ARMANDO DIAZ belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the ARMANDO DIAZ?

The ARMANDO DIAZ had a tonnage of 5008 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARMANDO DIAZ?

The ARMANDO DIAZ is classified as a light cruiser.

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