Drakon Ii (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Drakon ii (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
6 19.217 N,3 53 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.320283
  • Longitude: 3.883333
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DRAKON II (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 28 m
Width 6.7 m
Tonnage 113
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 19, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.8.71 12.8.71 WOODEN MOTOR TUG SUNK IN 061900N, 035300E APPROX IN GEN DEPTH 30-35FMS. (LL VOL.205). H3155/69 3.9.71 H3155/69 3.9.71 NDW IN 061913N, 035300E. (NPA NM 88/71). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 12, 1990

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK IN BIGHT OF BENIN AFTER SPRINGING A LEAK IN HEAVY WEATHER. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 6 19.217 N,3 53 E
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FAQ

Where is the DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 6 19.217 N,3 53 E.

How deep is the seabed around the DRAKON II (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) sink?

The DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 19, 1971.

When was the wreck of the DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1971.

What country did the DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the DRAKON II (POSSIBLY)?

The DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 113 tons.

What type of wreck is the DRAKON II (POSSIBLY)?

The DRAKON II (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.