Piako Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Piako Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		7 52 N,14 57 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 7.866667
  • Longitude: -14.950000
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PIAKO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 137.2 m
Width 17.7 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 8286
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 18, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.9.71 VESSEL TORPEDOED AND SUNK IN 075200N, 145700W APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII, AXIS SUCCESSES). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 1, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY A. STEPHEN & SONS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NEW ZEALAND SHIPPING CO. PASSAGE ALBANY FOR LIVERPOOL VIA FREETOWN. WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-107 120M OFF FREETOWN. CARGO INCLUDED: 7100 TONS REFRIGERATED; 1500 TONS ZINC; 1500 TONS BUTTER; 1500 TONS MEAT AND 24 MAIL BAGS. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII, DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES 1939-45).

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FAQ

Where is the PIAKO wreck located?

The PIAKO wreck is located at coordinates 7 52 N,14 57 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PIAKO?

The seabed around the PIAKO lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the PIAKO sink?

The PIAKO sank on May 18, 1941.

When was the wreck of the PIAKO discovered?

The wreck of the PIAKO was discovered in 1941.

What country did the PIAKO belong to?

The PIAKO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PIAKO carrying?

The PIAKO was carrying general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the PIAKO?

The PIAKO had a tonnage of 8286 tons.

What type of wreck is the PIAKO?

The PIAKO is classified as a steam ship.

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