Bigorange Xiv Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Bigorange xiv Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 35 N,51 35 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.583333
  • Longitude: 51.583333
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BIGORANGE XIV
Type supply vessel
Flag PA
Length 38.1 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 197
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 1, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details H3569/84 11.11.87 ATTACKED IN APPROX POSN 273500N, 513500E. (MARINE TOTAL LOSSES, SEPT '87). INS AS DWPA. - NM 3558/87.
Last Amended Date Nov 11, 1987

Circumstances of loss

HIT BY A MISSILE FIRED BY AN IRAQI AIRCRAFT AND SUNK.

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FAQ

Where is the BIGORANGE XIV wreck located?

The BIGORANGE XIV wreck is located at coordinates 27 35 N,51 35 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BIGORANGE XIV?

The seabed around the BIGORANGE XIV lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the BIGORANGE XIV sink?

The BIGORANGE XIV sank on Sep 1, 1987.

When was the wreck of the BIGORANGE XIV discovered?

The wreck of the BIGORANGE XIV was discovered in 1987.

What country did the BIGORANGE XIV belong to?

The BIGORANGE XIV belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the BIGORANGE XIV?

The BIGORANGE XIV had a tonnage of 197 tons.

What type of wreck is the BIGORANGE XIV?

The BIGORANGE XIV is classified as a supply vessel.

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