Marangona Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Marangona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 14.93 N,11 59.95 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.248833
  • Longitude: 11.999167
Water Depth 290 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name MARANGONA
Type steam ship
Flag IT
Length 122.5 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 5257
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 10, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details 21.9.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 27M S OF PANTELLERIA, [361500N, 120000E APPROX]. (DODS). NOT SHOWN ON ITALIAN 947. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 6, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1914 BY J. FRERICHS & CO. A.G. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COMPAGNIA ITALIANA MARITTIMA. TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES. STRUCK A MINE & SANK. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MARANGONA wreck located?

The MARANGONA wreck is located at coordinates 36 14.93 N,11 59.95 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARANGONA?

The seabed around the MARANGONA lies at approximately 290 meters deep.

When did the MARANGONA sink?

The MARANGONA sank on Dec 10, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MARANGONA discovered?

The wreck of the MARANGONA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MARANGONA belong to?

The MARANGONA belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the MARANGONA?

The MARANGONA had a tonnage of 5257 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARANGONA?

The MARANGONA is classified as a steam ship.

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