Maha Nuwara Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Maha nuwara Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
11 46 N,51 16 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.766667
  • Longitude: 51.266667
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAHA NUWARA
Type motor vessel
Flag LK
Length 78.9 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 793
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 27, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2710/84 13.2.84 STRANDED IN 114600N, 511600E, ON A STRETCH OF COASTLINE WITH SEVERAL OTHER CASUALTIES. MAY BE PULLED OFF. (LL 254). NCA. 20.2.84 REFLOATED FOLLOWING DAY. (LL 254). AMENDED TO LIFT. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 14, 2003

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED S OF CAPO GUARDAFUI. AWAITING TUG. REFLOATED. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 11 46 N,51 16 E
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FAQ

Where is the MAHA NUWARA wreck located?

The MAHA NUWARA wreck is located at coordinates 11 46 N,51 16 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MAHA NUWARA?

The seabed around the MAHA NUWARA lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the MAHA NUWARA sink?

The MAHA NUWARA sank on Nov 27, 1983.

When was the wreck of the MAHA NUWARA discovered?

The wreck of the MAHA NUWARA was discovered in 1983.

What country did the MAHA NUWARA belong to?

The MAHA NUWARA belonged to LK.

What was the tonnage of the MAHA NUWARA?

The MAHA NUWARA had a tonnage of 793 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAHA NUWARA?

The MAHA NUWARA is classified as a motor vessel.