Peruvian 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
Peruvian Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 46.052 N,0 6.105 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.767533
  • Longitude: 0.101750
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PERUVIAN
Type sailing vessel
Cargo timber,animals (land & sea) and birds,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Sep 17, 2001

Surveying Details

H1310/80 20.3.80 ASHORE ON SEAFORD BEACH OPPOSITE ESPLANADE HOTEL IN APPROX 504601N, 000612E [OGB]. COMPLETELY BROKEN UP. WRECKAGE SPREAD OVER AREA 100 X 20MTRS. (R P OSBORN, EASTBOURNE SAC, 8.3.80). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH0980/944/01 17.9.01 LISTED POSN IS WELL ABOVE DRYING LINE. NOTHING VISIBLE ON THE BEACH OR IN THE VICINITY WHICH COULD BE CONSIDERED TO BE THIS WK. (NP 1016, HI 944). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

DRIVEN ASHORE ON SEAFORD BEACH, WHILST EN-ROUTE ESMERELDAS TO HAMBURG.

General Comments

COMPLETELY BROKEN UP

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 46.052 N,0 6.105 E
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FAQ

Where is the PERUVIAN wreck located?

The PERUVIAN wreck is located at coordinates 50 46.052 N,0 6.105 E.

When was the wreck of the PERUVIAN discovered?

The wreck of the PERUVIAN was discovered in 1980.

What cargo was the PERUVIAN carrying?

The PERUVIAN was carrying timber,animals (land & sea) and birds,foodstuffs: solid.

What type of wreck is the PERUVIAN?

The PERUVIAN is classified as a sailing vessel.

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