Nelson Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nelson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 34 N,55 8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.566667
  • Longitude: -55.133333
Water Depth 5000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NELSON
Type tanker
Flag CY
Length 170.7 m
Width 21.9 m
Draught 12.2
Tonnage 12784
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals,flammable liquids and gases,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 20, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.2.73 WK IN 363400N, 550800W, PA. (LL VOL.211). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 20, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1957 BY ERIKSBERGS M/V A/B, GOTHENBURG. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ASTIR NAV. CO. LTD. PASSAGE AUGUSTA, SICILY FOR PHILADELPHIA. SHE DEVELOPED A FRACTURE IN HER HULL & CRACK IN HER PUMP ROOM DURING HEAVY WEATHER. ALL CREW ABANDONED SHIP WHEN SHE STARTED TAKING ON WATER & SANK. (MSD)

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FAQ

Where is the NELSON wreck located?

The NELSON wreck is located at coordinates 36 34 N,55 8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NELSON?

The seabed around the NELSON lies at approximately 5000 meters deep.

When did the NELSON sink?

The NELSON sank on Feb 20, 1973.

When was the wreck of the NELSON discovered?

The wreck of the NELSON was discovered in 1973.

What country did the NELSON belong to?

The NELSON belonged to CY.

What cargo was the NELSON carrying?

The NELSON was carrying chemicals,flammable liquids and gases,oil.

What was the tonnage of the NELSON?

The NELSON had a tonnage of 12784 tons.

What type of wreck is the NELSON?

The NELSON is classified as a tanker.

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