Ipopliarkhos Merlin (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ipopliarkhos merlin (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 53.152 N,23 35.73 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.885867
  • Longitude: 23.595500
Water Depth 88 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY)
Type landing craft
Flag GR
Length 61.9 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 1095
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 15, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.11.72 SANK AFTER COLLISION 3M OFF KASTELLA & 4M OFF DELTA, FALIRON BAY IN 375230N, 233900E APPROX. (LL 210). POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. 23.9.11 NDW SHOWN IN 3753.152N, 2335.730E [WGD] ON GR3CFQQK [EDN 2.28]. POSSBILY THIS WRECK. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 20, 2025

Circumstances of loss

EX-USS LSM 577. IN COLLISION WITH LIBERIAN STEAM TANKER 'WORLD HERO' OFF PIRAEUS. VESSEL WAS CUT IN TWO & FORWARD SECTION SANK VERY QUICKLY. 44 OF 59 CREW DIED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 37 53.152 N,23 35.73 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 88 meters deep.

When did the IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 15, 1972.

When was the wreck of the IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1972.

What country did the IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY)?

The IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1095 tons.

What type of wreck is the IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY)?

The IPOPLIARKHOS MERLIN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a landing craft.

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