J W Nickle-Mobile Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
J w nickle-mobile Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		25 10 N,57 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 25.166667
  • Longitude: 57.166667
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name J W NICKLE-MOBILE
Type Platform
Flag US
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 30, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.10.87 SCUTTLED ON 30.4.70 IN 251000N, 571000E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.200). NCA. SEP 2015/000019046 23.2.15 WK PA IN 2510.0N, 5710.0E [WGD]. (OMANI WKS LIST 2015). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 16, 2025

Circumstances of loss

25.3.70 WAS DAMAGED DURING GROUNDING ACCIDENT 25.3.70 IN 252400N, 543700E APPROX. LATER REFLOATED AND DRIFTED. WAS TAKEN IN TOW BY TUG THAMES AND SCUTTLED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the J W NICKLE-MOBILE wreck located?

The J W NICKLE-MOBILE wreck is located at coordinates 25 10 N,57 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the J W NICKLE-MOBILE?

The seabed around the J W NICKLE-MOBILE lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the J W NICKLE-MOBILE sink?

The J W NICKLE-MOBILE sank on Apr 30, 1970.

When was the wreck of the J W NICKLE-MOBILE discovered?

The wreck of the J W NICKLE-MOBILE was discovered in 1970.

What country did the J W NICKLE-MOBILE belong to?

The J W NICKLE-MOBILE belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the J W NICKLE-MOBILE?

The J W NICKLE-MOBILE is classified as a platform.

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