Choapa Wreck

Field Value
Choapa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 16.000 N,73 47.000 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.266660
  • Longitude: -73.783330
Reported Year 1944
Name CHOAPA
Type freighter
Flag Chile
Length 89 m
Width 12.7 m
Draught 5
Tonnage 1700
Tonnage Type gross
Date Sunk Sep 20, 1944

Circumstances of loss

COLLISION W/ 3 SHIPS

General Comments

AKA: Helga; Junior, Owner: Chilean Government, Year Built: 1937, Where Built: Denmark, Construction: Steel, Home Port: Valparaiso, Chile, Departure Port: Chile, Destination Port: New York, NY, USLSS Station: Collisions w/ "Harmony", "Voco", "Empire Garrick", Misc Information: #21656; Hydro #857; Sank

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FAQ

Where is the CHOAPA wreck located?

The CHOAPA wreck is located at coordinates 40 16.000 N,73 47.000 W.

When did the CHOAPA sink?

The CHOAPA sank on Sep 20, 1944.

What country did the CHOAPA belong to?

The CHOAPA belonged to Chile.

What was the tonnage of the CHOAPA?

The CHOAPA had a tonnage of 1700 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHOAPA?

The CHOAPA is classified as a freighter.

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