Avra 1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Avra 1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 22 N,8 56 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.366667
  • Longitude: 8.933333
Water Depth 200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AVRA 1
Type trawler
Flag GR
Length 39.6 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 278
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 17, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 19.2.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 372200N, 085600E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.219). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 24, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK WHILST ON PASSAGE FROM PIRAEUS TO FISHING GROUNDS OFF MAURITANIA. 11 CREW SAFE, TWO MISSING. (LLOYDS VOL.219).

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FAQ

Where is the AVRA 1 wreck located?

The AVRA 1 wreck is located at coordinates 37 22 N,8 56 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AVRA 1?

The seabed around the AVRA 1 lies at approximately 200 meters deep.

When did the AVRA 1 sink?

The AVRA 1 sank on Feb 17, 1975.

When was the wreck of the AVRA 1 discovered?

The wreck of the AVRA 1 was discovered in 1975.

What country did the AVRA 1 belong to?

The AVRA 1 belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the AVRA 1?

The AVRA 1 had a tonnage of 278 tons.

What type of wreck is the AVRA 1?

The AVRA 1 is classified as a trawler.

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