Nilkanth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nilkanth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 1 N,57 49 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.016667
  • Longitude: 57.816667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NILKANTH
Type motor vessel
Flag IN
Length 25 m
Width 5 m
Draught 2
Tonnage 365
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 1, 1994
Original Detection Year 1995
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 5.9.95 DRYING WK IN 190100N, 574900E. (OMANI WK LIST, 1995). NCA. 24.4.98 ST IN 190100N, 574900E [WGD]. GEN DEPTH 2MTRS. LENGTH 25MTRS, WIDTH 5MTRS, DRAUGHT 2MTRS [ESTIMATED]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) CHART AS ST. BR STD. 5.4.03 ST NOT CHARTED. POSN PLOTS ON LAND. NE 3785. SEP 2015/000019046 10.2.15 ST IN 1901.0N, 5749.0E [WGD]. (OMANI WKS LIST 2015). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 13, 2020

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DIMENSIONS ESTIMATED

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FAQ

Where is the NILKANTH wreck located?

The NILKANTH wreck is located at coordinates 19 1 N,57 49 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NILKANTH?

The seabed around the NILKANTH lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the NILKANTH sink?

The NILKANTH sank on Jul 1, 1994.

When was the wreck of the NILKANTH discovered?

The wreck of the NILKANTH was discovered in 1995.

What country did the NILKANTH belong to?

The NILKANTH belonged to IN.

What was the tonnage of the NILKANTH?

The NILKANTH had a tonnage of 365 tons.

What type of wreck is the NILKANTH?

The NILKANTH is classified as a motor vessel.

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