Narwal Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Narwal Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 0.01 S,57 0.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.000167
  • Longitude: -57.004333
Water Depth 288 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NARWAL
Type fishing vessel
Flag AR
Length 70.4 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 1398
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 10, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3740/82 14.5.82 SUNK SE OF FALKLANDS. (LLOYDS VOL.248). POSN 520000S, 570000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1962 BY BELIARD-MURDOCH S.A., OSTEND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COMPANIY SUD AMERICANA DE PESCA Y EXPORTACION SAIYC. CONSIDERED TO HAVE BEEN USED AS A SPYSHIP. WAS ATTACKED BY BRITISH SEA HARRIERS & CAPTURED BY BRITISH BOARDING PARTY, BUT LATER SUNK SE OF FALKLANDS. ONE ARGENTINE KILLED, 23 RESCUED & TAKEN PRISONER, LATER BEING RETURNED TO BUENOS AIRES. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the NARWAL wreck located?

The NARWAL wreck is located at coordinates 52 0.01 S,57 0.26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NARWAL?

The seabed around the NARWAL lies at approximately 288 meters deep.

When did the NARWAL sink?

The NARWAL sank on May 10, 1982.

When was the wreck of the NARWAL discovered?

The wreck of the NARWAL was discovered in 1982.

What country did the NARWAL belong to?

The NARWAL belonged to AR.

What was the tonnage of the NARWAL?

The NARWAL had a tonnage of 1398 tons.

What type of wreck is the NARWAL?

The NARWAL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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