Ledra Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Ledra Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		7 25.5 N,81 51.3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.425000
  • Longitude: 81.855000
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEDRA
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Length 135 m
Width 17.1 m
Draught 11.6
Tonnage 5172
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 11, 1967
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1967
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 31.7.69 31.7.69 ST IN 072530N, 815118E APPROX. (LLOYDS NOV '67). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1940 BY WM. DOXFORD & SONS., LTD., SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ATLAS SHIPPING & TRADING CO. LTD. PASSAGE MADRAS FOR POLAND. RAN AGROUND ON ALPHEE SHOAL WHILE TRYING TO AVOID COLLISION WITH A LOCAL FV. VESSEL BROKE IN TWO & WAS LATER SET ON FIRE BY LOOTERS. ALL CREW SAFELY REACHED SHORE. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the LEDRA wreck located?

The LEDRA wreck is located at coordinates 7 25.5 N,81 51.3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LEDRA?

The seabed around the LEDRA lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the LEDRA sink?

The LEDRA sank on Nov 11, 1967.

When was the wreck of the LEDRA discovered?

The wreck of the LEDRA was discovered in 1967.

What country did the LEDRA belong to?

The LEDRA belonged to CY.

What cargo was the LEDRA carrying?

The LEDRA was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the LEDRA?

The LEDRA had a tonnage of 5172 tons.

What type of wreck is the LEDRA?

The LEDRA is classified as a motor vessel.

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