Balzac Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Balzac Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
37 27 N,10 58.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.450000
  • Longitude: 10.975000
Water Depth 250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BALZAC
Type steam ship
Flag IT
Length 89 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 1947
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 7, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source other
Surveying Details 20.9.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 372700N, 105830E APPROX. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 29, 2019

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, [FORMERLY THE BRITISH 'TADORNA'] BUILT 1928 BY BURNTISLAND S.B. CO. BOMBED & SUNK BY US AIRCRAFT. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the BALZAC wreck located?

The BALZAC wreck is located at coordinates 37 27 N,10 58.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BALZAC?

The seabed around the BALZAC lies at approximately 250 meters deep.

When did the BALZAC sink?

The BALZAC sank on Mar 7, 1943.

When was the wreck of the BALZAC discovered?

The wreck of the BALZAC was discovered in 1943.

What country did the BALZAC belong to?

The BALZAC belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the BALZAC?

The BALZAC had a tonnage of 1947 tons.

What type of wreck is the BALZAC?

The BALZAC is classified as a steam ship.