Espartel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Espartel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 1.72 N,7 45.69 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.028667
  • Longitude: -7.761500
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name ESPARTEL
Type trawler
Flag PA
Length 40.5 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 317
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 25, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details HH360/430/01 30.3.93 SENT DISTRESS SIGNAL WHEN IN 360148N, 074536W. (NAV. II 068/93). NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2016

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TO BE LEAKING. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND LATER SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the ESPARTEL wreck located?

The ESPARTEL wreck is located at coordinates 36 1.72 N,7 45.69 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ESPARTEL?

The seabed around the ESPARTEL lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the ESPARTEL sink?

The ESPARTEL sank on Mar 25, 1993.

When was the wreck of the ESPARTEL discovered?

The wreck of the ESPARTEL was discovered in 1993.

What country did the ESPARTEL belong to?

The ESPARTEL belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the ESPARTEL?

The ESPARTEL had a tonnage of 317 tons.

What type of wreck is the ESPARTEL?

The ESPARTEL is classified as a trawler.

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