Bfc Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bfc ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		30 6.2 N,47 56.55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 30.103333
  • Longitude: 47.942500
Water Depth 12 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BFC II
Type tanker
Flag PA
Tonnage 4093
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2006
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 30, 2006

Surveying Details

25.7.06 STRUCK WK OF PALESTINE AND SANK. NAVIGATION TO KHOR AL ZUBAIR NOW AVAILABLE. (LL 25.7.06). POSN 3006.20N, 4756.55E FOR FILING ONLY. 30.8.06 30.8.06 RECORD REVIEWED. THE WRECK IS NOW IN POSN 3004.734N, 4757.241E [WGD], SEE RECORD [68352]. THIS RECORD AMENDED TO 'DEAD'.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1972. OUTBOUND FROM BERTH 9, KHOR AL ZUBAIR. STRUCK WK OF PALESTINE [43539], SUSTAINED LARGE CRACK N THE ENGINE ROOM AND SANK. (LL).

General Comments

SEE RECORD NO 68352

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 30 6.2 N,47 56.55 E
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FAQ

Where is the BFC II wreck located?

The BFC II wreck is located at coordinates 30 6.2 N,47 56.55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BFC II?

The seabed around the BFC II lies at approximately 12 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the BFC II discovered?

The wreck of the BFC II was discovered in 2006.

What country did the BFC II belong to?

The BFC II belonged to PA.

What cargo was the BFC II carrying?

The BFC II was carrying flammable liquids and gases,oil.

What was the tonnage of the BFC II?

The BFC II had a tonnage of 4093 tons.

What type of wreck is the BFC II?

The BFC II is classified as a tanker.

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