Arvand Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Arvand Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
30 17.1 N,48 19.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 30.285000
  • Longitude: 48.325000
Water Depth -1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARVAND
Type fishing vessel
Flag IR
Tonnage 3474
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 30, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2023
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 3.6.76 BEACHED 3M OFF ABADAN. NOW CONSIDERED TOTAL LOSS. (LL, 27.5.76). NCA, POSN 301706N, 481930E FOR FILING ONLY. RSDRA2023000310926 30.1.24 ST WK SHOWN IN 3017.100N, 4819.500E [WGD]. (PHOTO-PLOT 10750, DTD 7/5/2023). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 30, 2024

Circumstances of loss

27.5.76 WAS BEACHED FOLLOWING A FIRE. (LL, 27.5.76)

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FAQ

Where is the ARVAND wreck located?

The ARVAND wreck is located at coordinates 30 17.1 N,48 19.5 E.

When did the ARVAND sink?

The ARVAND sank on Jul 30, 1975.

When was the wreck of the ARVAND discovered?

The wreck of the ARVAND was discovered in 1975.

What country did the ARVAND belong to?

The ARVAND belonged to IR.

What was the tonnage of the ARVAND?

The ARVAND had a tonnage of 3474 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARVAND?

The ARVAND is classified as a fishing vessel.