D8 & D6 Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
D8 & d6 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 17 S,178 48 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -17.283333
  • Longitude: -178.800000
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name D8 & D6
Type Equipment
Tonnage 84
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 31, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2013

Surveying Details

H4350/77 8.12.77 LOST IN 171700S, 1784800W APPROX. (R W J ILES, LTR DTD 6.9.77 & 16.11.77). INS AS OBSTN (NO DEPTH SPECIFIED). BR STD. SEE ALSO [48343]. 21.1.13 NOT SHOWN ON BA 440 [2005 EDN].

Circumstances of loss

LOST OVERBOARD FROM FIJIAN LANDING CRAFT 'TABILAI' WHICH CAPSIZED & SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the D8 & D6 wreck located?

The D8 & D6 wreck is located at coordinates 17 17 S,178 48 W.

How deep is the seabed around the D8 & D6?

The seabed around the D8 & D6 lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the D8 & D6 sink?

The D8 & D6 sank on Aug 31, 1977.

When was the wreck of the D8 & D6 discovered?

The wreck of the D8 & D6 was discovered in 1977.

What was the tonnage of the D8 & D6?

The D8 & D6 had a tonnage of 84 tons.

What type of wreck is the D8 & D6?

The D8 & D6 is classified as a equipment.

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