Marcos Faberes Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Marcos faberes Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 38 N,121 2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.633333
  • Longitude: 121.033333
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARCOS FABERES
Type carrier
Flag PH
Length 58.8 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 605
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1985
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4040/85 29.10.85 CAPSIZED AND SANK ABOUT 84M NNW OF APARRI, OR 193800N, 1210200E APPROX. (LL, 17 & 19.10.85 & HYDROPAC 1334/85(91)). IN APPROX 2000MTRS. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1969 BY TOWA ZOSEN KK, SHIMONOSEKI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT OF BATAN. PASSGE MANILLA FOR BASCO. WAS REPORTED TO HAVE BALLAST PROBLEMS, PITCHED BOWS UP, SANK WITHIN 3.5 MINUTES. 18 CREW AND PASSENGERS LOST. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 19 38 N,121 2 E
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FAQ

Where is the MARCOS FABERES wreck located?

The MARCOS FABERES wreck is located at coordinates 19 38 N,121 2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARCOS FABERES?

The seabed around the MARCOS FABERES lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the MARCOS FABERES sink?

The MARCOS FABERES sank on Oct 15, 1985.

When was the wreck of the MARCOS FABERES discovered?

The wreck of the MARCOS FABERES was discovered in 1985.

What country did the MARCOS FABERES belong to?

The MARCOS FABERES belonged to PH.

What cargo was the MARCOS FABERES carrying?

The MARCOS FABERES was carrying general and mixed goods,grain.

What was the tonnage of the MARCOS FABERES?

The MARCOS FABERES had a tonnage of 605 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARCOS FABERES?

The MARCOS FABERES is classified as a carrier.

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