Kildare Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kildare Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		3 50 S,10 40 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -3.833333
  • Longitude: 10.666667
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KILDARE
Type supply vessel
Flag VC
Length 58.5 m
Width 17.1 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 1391
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 10, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5309/79 14.7.87 SANK NEAR POINTE NOIR, ABOUT 30-40 KM OFF MAYUMBA, GABON. (LL, 2.6.87). POSN 035000S, 104000E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. SEP 2016/000091651 17.5.16 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7588 [ED2, COR 29.3.16]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date May 17, 2016

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1973 BY ELLING ENGINEERING CO, HONG KONG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KILLDEER CO INC. SANK WHILE UNDER TOW FROM CONGO FOR GABON BY M TUG/SUPPLY V ROCK FISH. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the KILDARE wreck located?

The KILDARE wreck is located at coordinates 3 50 S,10 40 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KILDARE?

The seabed around the KILDARE lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the KILDARE sink?

The KILDARE sank on Mar 10, 1987.

When was the wreck of the KILDARE discovered?

The wreck of the KILDARE was discovered in 1987.

What country did the KILDARE belong to?

The KILDARE belonged to VC.

What was the tonnage of the KILDARE?

The KILDARE had a tonnage of 1391 tons.

What type of wreck is the KILDARE?

The KILDARE is classified as a supply vessel.

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