Merced No 5 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Merced no 5 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		30 25 N,13 36 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 30.416667
  • Longitude: -13.600000
Water Depth 2000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MERCED NO 5
Type fishing vessel
Flag PA
Length 37.5 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 300
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 29, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2019

Surveying Details

11.7.80 REPORT THAT VESSEL CAUGHT FIRE AND SANK IN THE ATLANTIC, CREW RESCUED BY RUSSIAN SHIP IN 302500N, 133600W APPROX. (LLOYDS 15.7.80). NCA. 22.7.80 REPORT THAT FIRE BROKE OUT WHEN VESSEL IN POSN 302500N, 133600W APPROX ON 23.6.80. WAS CONTINUOUSLY OBSERVED BY RADAR ON SISTERSHIP MERCED NO.3. RADAR CONTACT LOST ON 29.6.80, OIL SPILLAGE FOUND. (LLOYDS 21.7.80). NCA.

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FAQ

Where is the MERCED NO 5 wreck located?

The MERCED NO 5 wreck is located at coordinates 30 25 N,13 36 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MERCED NO 5?

The seabed around the MERCED NO 5 lies at approximately 2000 meters deep.

When did the MERCED NO 5 sink?

The MERCED NO 5 sank on Jun 29, 1980.

When was the wreck of the MERCED NO 5 discovered?

The wreck of the MERCED NO 5 was discovered in 1980.

What country did the MERCED NO 5 belong to?

The MERCED NO 5 belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the MERCED NO 5?

The MERCED NO 5 had a tonnage of 300 tons.

What type of wreck is the MERCED NO 5?

The MERCED NO 5 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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