Kimolos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Kimolos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 20.53 N,27 54.37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.342167
  • Longitude: 27.906167
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name KIMOLOS
Type roll on-roll off
Flag GR
Length 96.3 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 2899
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 21, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH384/430/01 3.11.92 AGROUND AND BADLY HOLED IN 362036N, 275424E, APPROX. SALVAGE OPS. IN HAND. (LL 23, 24 & 31.10.92). HH384/430/01 12.11.92 REFLOATED 31.10.92. (LL 3.11.92).
Last Amended Date Mar 7, 2003

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND ON WK OF SS PYTHEAS WHILE ON PASSAGE RHODES TO CHALKIS.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 36 20.53 N,27 54.37 E
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FAQ

Where is the KIMOLOS wreck located?

The KIMOLOS wreck is located at coordinates 36 20.53 N,27 54.37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KIMOLOS?

The seabed around the KIMOLOS lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the KIMOLOS sink?

The KIMOLOS sank on Oct 21, 1992.

When was the wreck of the KIMOLOS discovered?

The wreck of the KIMOLOS was discovered in 1992.

What country did the KIMOLOS belong to?

The KIMOLOS belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the KIMOLOS?

The KIMOLOS had a tonnage of 2899 tons.

What type of wreck is the KIMOLOS?

The KIMOLOS is classified as a roll on-roll off.

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