Dino Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dino Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 30 N,8 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.500000
  • Longitude: 8.500000
Water Depth 1340 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DINO
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 68.2 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 986
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo clay products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 9, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 30.4.73 SANK OFF CAPO TEULADA, SARDINIA. (LLOYDS VOL.212). NCA, POSN 413000N, 083000E FOR FILING ONLY.. 22.2.01 DATA RE-ASSESSED. POSN FOR FILING ABOVE IN ERROR. POSN OF CAPO TEULADA IS 3852.0N, 0838.5E. RECORD AMENDED TO DEAD. DETAILS TRANSFERRED TO WK RECORD 36755.
Last Amended Date Jun 20, 2018

Circumstances of loss

11.4.73 SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER PROBABLY DUE TO CARGO SHIFTING, WHILST ON PASSAGE SAN ANTIOCO TO PORTO MARGHERA, OFF SW COAST OF SARDINIA. CREW OF 11 PICKED UP BY FV. VESSEL, BUILT 1950, WAS OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SPIRIDIONE LUCCHI. (LL, 11.4.73 & MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the DINO wreck located?

The DINO wreck is located at coordinates 41 30 N,8 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DINO?

The seabed around the DINO lies at approximately 1340 meters deep.

When did the DINO sink?

The DINO sank on Apr 9, 1973.

When was the wreck of the DINO discovered?

The wreck of the DINO was discovered in 1973.

What country did the DINO belong to?

The DINO belonged to IT.

What cargo was the DINO carrying?

The DINO was carrying clay products.

What was the tonnage of the DINO?

The DINO had a tonnage of 986 tons.

What type of wreck is the DINO?

The DINO is classified as a motor vessel.

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