Charles Pratt Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Charles pratt Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 26 N,16 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.433333
  • Longitude: -16.833333
Water Depth 4100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHARLES PRATT
Type tanker
Flag PA
Length 152.4 m
Width 20.7 m
Draught 10.8
Tonnage 8982
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 [NO DATE] WRECK IN 082600N, 165000W. (LLWW2). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 24, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1916 BY NEWPORT NEWS S.B & D.D CO WITH TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES OF 628NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PANAMA TRANSPORT CO. PASSAGE ARUBA FOR FREETOWN. TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U65 OFF THE WEST COAST OF AFRICA. 2 OF 52 CREW LOST. (DODS, LLWW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES)

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FAQ

Where is the CHARLES PRATT wreck located?

The CHARLES PRATT wreck is located at coordinates 8 26 N,16 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHARLES PRATT?

The seabed around the CHARLES PRATT lies at approximately 4100 meters deep.

When did the CHARLES PRATT sink?

The CHARLES PRATT sank on Dec 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CHARLES PRATT discovered?

The wreck of the CHARLES PRATT was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CHARLES PRATT belong to?

The CHARLES PRATT belonged to PA.

What cargo was the CHARLES PRATT carrying?

The CHARLES PRATT was carrying flammable liquids and gases,oil.

What was the tonnage of the CHARLES PRATT?

The CHARLES PRATT had a tonnage of 8982 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHARLES PRATT?

The CHARLES PRATT is classified as a tanker.

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