Gandara Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gandara Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 0 N,82 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 16.000000
  • Longitude: 82.333333
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GANDARA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 5030
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 6, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN 160000N, 822000E. (WW2SL). IN OVER 1000 MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919 BY CRAIG TAYLOR & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE BRITISH INDIA STEAM NAVIGATION CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 517NHP FOR 10.5 KNOTS. PASSAGE CALCUTTA FOR SUEZ. SUNK BY JAPANESE CRUISERS WHILST UNDER TOW AFTER BEING DISABLED BY AIRCRAFT. 13 LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the GANDARA wreck located?

The GANDARA wreck is located at coordinates 16 0 N,82 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GANDARA?

The seabed around the GANDARA lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the GANDARA sink?

The GANDARA sank on Apr 6, 1942.

When was the wreck of the GANDARA discovered?

The wreck of the GANDARA was discovered in 1942.

What country did the GANDARA belong to?

The GANDARA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GANDARA?

The GANDARA had a tonnage of 5030 tons.

What type of wreck is the GANDARA?

The GANDARA is classified as a steam ship.

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