Mahapu 3 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mahapu 3 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 9 N,8 52 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.150000
  • Longitude: -8.866667
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAHAPU 3
Type trawler
Flag MR
Length 39 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 284
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 28, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH359/350/01 9.8.89 AGROUND ON ESTELAS ROCKS. TOTAL LOSS. (LL, 31.7.89). POSN 420900N, 085200W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 27, 2017

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND ON ENTERING VIGO BAY. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 42 9 N,8 52 W
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FAQ

Where is the MAHAPU 3 wreck located?

The MAHAPU 3 wreck is located at coordinates 42 9 N,8 52 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAHAPU 3?

The seabed around the MAHAPU 3 lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the MAHAPU 3 sink?

The MAHAPU 3 sank on Jul 28, 1989.

When was the wreck of the MAHAPU 3 discovered?

The wreck of the MAHAPU 3 was discovered in 1989.

What country did the MAHAPU 3 belong to?

The MAHAPU 3 belonged to MR.

What cargo was the MAHAPU 3 carrying?

The MAHAPU 3 was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the MAHAPU 3?

The MAHAPU 3 had a tonnage of 284 tons.

What type of wreck is the MAHAPU 3?

The MAHAPU 3 is classified as a trawler.

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