Carmen R Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Carmen r Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 2 N,74 31 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.033333
  • Longitude: -74.516667
Water Depth 3600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CARMEN R
Type motor vessel
Flag VE
Length 51.1 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3.1
Tonnage 295
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo vehicles,scrap metal,general and mixed goods,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 26, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2080/72 11.3.80 FOUNDED IN HEAVY WEATHER IN 120200N, 743100W. (LL 28.1.80). NCA. 9.2.80 POSN CONFIRMED. BASED ON SATNAV AND RADAR BEARING AND DISTANCE BEFORE SINKING. (SS TEXACO CARDIFF, HN DTD 9.2.80). NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 3, 2009
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FAQ

Where is the CARMEN R wreck located?

The CARMEN R wreck is located at coordinates 12 2 N,74 31 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CARMEN R?

The seabed around the CARMEN R lies at approximately 3600 meters deep.

When did the CARMEN R sink?

The CARMEN R sank on Jan 26, 1980.

When was the wreck of the CARMEN R discovered?

The wreck of the CARMEN R was discovered in 1980.

What country did the CARMEN R belong to?

The CARMEN R belonged to VE.

What cargo was the CARMEN R carrying?

The CARMEN R was carrying vehicles,scrap metal,general and mixed goods,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the CARMEN R?

The CARMEN R had a tonnage of 295 tons.

What type of wreck is the CARMEN R?

The CARMEN R is classified as a motor vessel.

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