Federesen Nalkutan (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Federesen nalkutan (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 31.19 S,167 13.347 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -15.519833
  • Longitude: 167.222450
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag VU
Length 43.6 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 3
Orientation 90
Tonnage 341
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 18, 1985
Bottom Texture Coral
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Last Amended Date Sep 24, 1986

Surveying Details

H1278/85 11.4.85 H1278/85 11.4.85 CONSPIC STRANDED WK OF LOCAL COASTER IN 153106S, 1671245E APPROX. DECLARED TOTAL LOSS. (MS PACIFIC ISLANDER, HN 12.3.85). CHART AS STPA (CONSPIC). - NM 1268/85. H1278/85 12.4.85 H1278/85 12.4.85 LIES 281DEG [T], 1.42M FROM LUGANVILLE LT, MILLION DOLLAR PT. (MV PAPUAN CHIEF, HN 19.2.85). H3005/84 15.9.86 H3005/84 15.9.86 NO LONGER CONSPIC. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMEND ST. BR STD. 20.3.87 20.3.87 [IGB] DATUM POSN: 153127S, 1671255E. NC 1638. HH584/260/01 5.7.90 HH584/260/01 5.7.90 LIES, WITH SEVERE STBD LIST, ALMOST PARALLEL TO ADJACENT COASTLINE & WITH BOW E. SUPERSTRUCTURE & MASTS STILL APPARENTLY INTACT. PARTS OF WK HAVE BEEN TAKEN ASHORE. (RAN HYDRO OFFICE, DETACHED SURVEY UNIT, SURVEY JUL-OCT'88 [M1545/11 FOLIO 88]). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

WENT ASHORE DURING CYCLONE 'ERIC'. (LL 259).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 15 31.19 S,167 13.347 E
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FAQ

Where is the FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 15 31.19 S,167 13.347 E.

When did the FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) sink?

The FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) sank on Jan 18, 1985.

When was the wreck of the FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1985.

What country did the FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) belong to?

The FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) belonged to VU.

What cargo was the FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) carrying?

The FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) was carrying general and mixed goods,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY)?

The FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 341 tons.

What type of wreck is the FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY)?

The FEDERESEN NALKUTAN (PROBABLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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