Mantura Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Mantura Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 29.881 N,3 6.88 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.498017
  • Longitude: -3.114667
Water Depth -3 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MANTURA
Type sailing vessel
Length 23.2 m
Width 5.8 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 86
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 5, 1868
Original Detection Year 1868
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 13.2.1868 DISPERSED BY GUNPOWDER BY MDHB 13.2.1868. DEPTH 10FT BELOW LBD. (LIVERPOOL WK RECORDS). 26.3.75 26.3.75 NOT SHOWN K3500/10. 1.9.87 1.9.87 SHOWN AS WKG ON MDHC PLOT M1027/2. INS AS FOUL IN 532952N, 030648W. NE 1951.
Last Amended Date Sep 25, 1987

Circumstances of loss

SUNK ON EDGE OF GREAT BURBO BANK, ABOUT 60FMS NW FROM C4 RED BUOY.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the MANTURA wreck located?

The MANTURA wreck is located at coordinates 53 29.881 N,3 6.88 W.

When did the MANTURA sink?

The MANTURA sank on Feb 5, 1868.

When was the wreck of the MANTURA discovered?

The wreck of the MANTURA was discovered in 1868.

What cargo was the MANTURA carrying?

The MANTURA was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the MANTURA?

The MANTURA had a tonnage of 86 tons.

What type of wreck is the MANTURA?

The MANTURA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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