Nikos V Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Nikos v Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 21.1 N,20 15.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.351667
  • Longitude: 20.253333
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NIKOS V
Type steam ship
Flag PA
Length 98.1 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 6.4
Tonnage 2757
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 28, 1967
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source other
Surveying Details H3554/68 8.3.68 ST IN 322106N, 201512E APPROX. (LOUCAS NOMICOS, LTR DTD 4.3.68). - NM 750/68. 4.8.82 NOT SHOWN ON US 56180 [1982 EDN]. NCA. 14.1.86 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 4337 [1985 EDN]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 24, 1996

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1942 BY S P AUSTIN & SON LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY SAN MITROFANES. PASSAGE VARNA FOR BENGHAZI. RAN AGROUND 2M NE OF DRIANA LT HO, ABOUT 16M FROM BENGHAZI. LATER ABANDONED AS A CTL AFTER CONTINUAL POUNDING FROM HEAVY SEAS. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the NIKOS V wreck located?

The NIKOS V wreck is located at coordinates 32 21.1 N,20 15.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NIKOS V?

The seabed around the NIKOS V lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the NIKOS V sink?

The NIKOS V sank on Dec 28, 1967.

When was the wreck of the NIKOS V discovered?

The wreck of the NIKOS V was discovered in 1968.

What country did the NIKOS V belong to?

The NIKOS V belonged to PA.

What cargo was the NIKOS V carrying?

The NIKOS V was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the NIKOS V?

The NIKOS V had a tonnage of 2757 tons.

What type of wreck is the NIKOS V?

The NIKOS V is classified as a steam ship.

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