Carib Explorer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Carib explorer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
16 20 N,87 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.333333
  • Longitude: -87.833333
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CARIB EXPLORER
Type motor vessel
Flag HN
Tonnage 500
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid,timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 25, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1277/87 18.9.87 REPORTED SUNK IN 162000N, 875000W APPROX. (LL 29.8.87). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 7, 2006

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE ON PASSAGE PUERTO CORTES FOR TAMPA.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 16 20 N,87 50 W
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FAQ

Where is the CARIB EXPLORER wreck located?

The CARIB EXPLORER wreck is located at coordinates 16 20 N,87 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CARIB EXPLORER?

The seabed around the CARIB EXPLORER lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the CARIB EXPLORER sink?

The CARIB EXPLORER sank on Aug 25, 1987.

When was the wreck of the CARIB EXPLORER discovered?

The wreck of the CARIB EXPLORER was discovered in 1987.

What country did the CARIB EXPLORER belong to?

The CARIB EXPLORER belonged to HN.

What cargo was the CARIB EXPLORER carrying?

The CARIB EXPLORER was carrying foodstuffs: solid,timber.

What was the tonnage of the CARIB EXPLORER?

The CARIB EXPLORER had a tonnage of 500 tons.

What type of wreck is the CARIB EXPLORER?

The CARIB EXPLORER is classified as a motor vessel.