Buenos Ayres Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Buenos ayres Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 23.549 N,3 0.131 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.392483
  • Longitude: -3.002183
Wreck Depth 14.7 m
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BUENOS AYRES
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 620
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo granular or powdery material
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 6, 1875
Original Detection Year 1875
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 6.9.1875 DISPERSED BY BLASTING BY MDHB. OPERATIONS COMPLETED ON 6.9.1875. DEPTH 50FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). SHOWN ON 3490 AS WK 6FMS 2FT. H5282/71 24.2.75 H5282/71 24.2.75 AMEND WK 14.7MTRS [LAT]. (MD & HB 1974). NC 3490.
Last Amended Date May 10, 1977

Circumstances of loss

SANK ABOUT 400YDS FROM MESSRS CLOVER AND CLAYTONS SOUTH GRAVING DOCK AFTER COLLISION WITH SS MARATHON.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 23.549 N,3 0.131 W
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FAQ

Where is the BUENOS AYRES wreck located?

The BUENOS AYRES wreck is located at coordinates 53 23.549 N,3 0.131 W.

How deep is the BUENOS AYRES and where exactly is it located?

The BUENOS AYRES lies at a depth of about 14.7 meters and is located at coordinates 53 23.549 N,3 0.131 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BUENOS AYRES?

The seabed around the BUENOS AYRES lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the BUENOS AYRES sink?

The BUENOS AYRES sank on Jul 6, 1875.

When was the wreck of the BUENOS AYRES discovered?

The wreck of the BUENOS AYRES was discovered in 1875.

What cargo was the BUENOS AYRES carrying?

The BUENOS AYRES was carrying granular or powdery material.

What was the tonnage of the BUENOS AYRES?

The BUENOS AYRES had a tonnage of 620 tons.

What type of wreck is the BUENOS AYRES?

The BUENOS AYRES is classified as a sailing vessel.