Malta Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Malta Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 4.035 N,5 43.058 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.067250
  • Longitude: -5.717633
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MALTA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 92.4 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 2244
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1889
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source other
Surveying Details 25.2.71 25.2.71 WRECKED NEAR LANDS END ON A VOYAGE FROM LIVERPOOL TO VENICE. (DODS). POSN 500400N, 054300W FOR FILNG ONLY. H2613/78 10.3.78 H2613/78 10.3.78 NO EVIDENCE OF THIS WRECK REMAINS. (HMS FOX, HI 43/77). AMENDED TO DEAD. 9.9.12 9.9.12 NOT LOCATED 21.11.10 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 12, 1999

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED NEAR LANDS END ON A VOYAGE FROM LIVERPOOL TO VENICE. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MALTA wreck located?

The MALTA wreck is located at coordinates 50 4.035 N,5 43.058 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MALTA?

The seabed around the MALTA lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the MALTA sink?

The MALTA sank on Oct 15, 1889.

When was the wreck of the MALTA discovered?

The wreck of the MALTA was discovered in 1971.

What country did the MALTA belong to?

The MALTA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MALTA carrying?

The MALTA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MALTA?

The MALTA had a tonnage of 2244 tons.

What type of wreck is the MALTA?

The MALTA is classified as a steam ship.

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