Bulent Kaptanoglu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bulent kaptanoglu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 3 N,39 46 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.050000
  • Longitude: 39.766667
Water Depth 478 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name BULENT KAPTANOGLU
Type motor vessel
Flag TR
Length 55.8 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 550
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 19, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 26.10.71 26.10.71 SANK 2M OFF TRABZON. (LL VOL 206). POSN 410300N, 394600E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 8, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1970 BY GESAN TERANASI, SUTLUCE. PASSAGE HOPA FOR BANDIRMA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MEHMET KAPTANOGLU. CAPSIZED IN HEAVY SEAS FOLLOWING ENGINE FAILURE & CARGO SHIFTING, 7 MEN LOST FROM A CREW OF 11. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the BULENT KAPTANOGLU wreck located?

The BULENT KAPTANOGLU wreck is located at coordinates 41 3 N,39 46 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BULENT KAPTANOGLU?

The seabed around the BULENT KAPTANOGLU lies at approximately 478 meters deep.

When did the BULENT KAPTANOGLU sink?

The BULENT KAPTANOGLU sank on Sep 19, 1971.

When was the wreck of the BULENT KAPTANOGLU discovered?

The wreck of the BULENT KAPTANOGLU was discovered in 1971.

What country did the BULENT KAPTANOGLU belong to?

The BULENT KAPTANOGLU belonged to TR.

What cargo was the BULENT KAPTANOGLU carrying?

The BULENT KAPTANOGLU was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the BULENT KAPTANOGLU?

The BULENT KAPTANOGLU had a tonnage of 550 tons.

What type of wreck is the BULENT KAPTANOGLU?

The BULENT KAPTANOGLU is classified as a motor vessel.

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