Ivan Sechenov Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ivan sechenov Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 48 N,27 38 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.800000
  • Longitude: 27.633333
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name IVAN SECHENOV
Type steam ship
Flag RU
Length 150.9 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 10.1
Tonnage 5626
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 12, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H2209/66 27.10.77 SANK IN 404800N, 273800E [UND] (TURKISH NM 186/77). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 11, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1956 BY FORGES ET CHANTIERS DE LA GIRONDE, BORDEAUX. PASSAGE ISTANBUL FOR MEDITERRANEAN. VESSEL SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH THE BULK CARRIER 'NICOLAS MARIS', OFF MARMARA ISLAND IN FOG. 18 OF THE 40 MAN CREW SURVIVED. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the IVAN SECHENOV wreck located?

The IVAN SECHENOV wreck is located at coordinates 40 48 N,27 38 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IVAN SECHENOV?

The seabed around the IVAN SECHENOV lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the IVAN SECHENOV sink?

The IVAN SECHENOV sank on Jan 12, 1977.

When was the wreck of the IVAN SECHENOV discovered?

The wreck of the IVAN SECHENOV was discovered in 1977.

What country did the IVAN SECHENOV belong to?

The IVAN SECHENOV belonged to RU.

What cargo was the IVAN SECHENOV carrying?

The IVAN SECHENOV was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the IVAN SECHENOV?

The IVAN SECHENOV had a tonnage of 5626 tons.

What type of wreck is the IVAN SECHENOV?

The IVAN SECHENOV is classified as a steam ship.

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