Hercules Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hercules Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
33 26 N,19 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.433333
  • Longitude: 19.833333
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HERCULES
Type barge
Length 45.7 m
Width 12.8 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 29, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2526/83 10.12.85 REPD OVERTURNED AND ADRIFT IN 332600N, 195000E AND TO HAVE SUNK APPROX 17 MILES FROM CAPE THOLOMITES. (LL 30.10.85). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 11, 2003

Circumstances of loss

ON TOW BY M TUG CAMPIONE FROM MALTA TO TOBRUK. CAPSIZED AND BROKE ADRIFT IN ROUGH SEAS. EVENTUALLY SANK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 33 26 N,19 50 E
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FAQ

Where is the HERCULES wreck located?

The HERCULES wreck is located at coordinates 33 26 N,19 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HERCULES?

The seabed around the HERCULES lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the HERCULES sink?

The HERCULES sank on Oct 29, 1985.

When was the wreck of the HERCULES discovered?

The wreck of the HERCULES was discovered in 1985.

What type of wreck is the HERCULES?

The HERCULES is classified as a barge.