Martos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Martos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 0.333 N,6 15.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.005550
  • Longitude: -6.258333
Water Depth 117 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARTOS
Type steam ship
Flag ES
Length 71.3 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1427
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 16, 1910
Original Detection Year 1910
Original Source other
Surveying Details VESSEL SANK 32M W OF TARIFA. (DODS). NCA, POSN 360023N, 061530W. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2016

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1883 BY GOURLAY BROS. & CO.. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COMPANIA VALENCIANA DE NAVEGACION. ON PASSAGE FROM CADIZ TO MALAGA. SANK APPROX 32M W OF TARIFA FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH THE GERMAN SS 'ELSA'. STRUCK AMIDSHIPS, HER ENGINE ROOM FLOODED AND SHE SANK IN THREE MINUTES.OF 88 PASSENGERS, 23 DROWNED AND 20 CREW, 7 DROWNED. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MARTOS wreck located?

The MARTOS wreck is located at coordinates 36 0.333 N,6 15.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARTOS?

The seabed around the MARTOS lies at approximately 117 meters deep.

When did the MARTOS sink?

The MARTOS sank on Aug 16, 1910.

When was the wreck of the MARTOS discovered?

The wreck of the MARTOS was discovered in 1910.

What country did the MARTOS belong to?

The MARTOS belonged to ES.

What cargo was the MARTOS carrying?

The MARTOS was carrying personnel.

What was the tonnage of the MARTOS?

The MARTOS had a tonnage of 1427 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARTOS?

The MARTOS is classified as a steam ship.

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