Pinta Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Pinta Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 16.25 N,14 56.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.270833
  • Longitude: 14.937500
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name PINTA
Type motor vessel
Flag IT
Length 57.6 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 470
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals,granular or powdery material
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 20, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.4.72 VESSEL SANK IN 401615N, 145615E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.208). NCA, INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART. SEP 2016/000198404 3.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON ITALIAN 10. [ED, DTD APRIL '16]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 3, 2016

Circumstances of loss

10.4.72 VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM NAPLES TO CATANIA. BECAME STRANDED AT SAN MARCO DI CASTELLABATE. CONSIDERED A CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.208 & LL, 8/10.4.72).

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FAQ

Where is the PINTA wreck located?

The PINTA wreck is located at coordinates 40 16.25 N,14 56.25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PINTA?

The seabed around the PINTA lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the PINTA sink?

The PINTA sank on Mar 20, 1971.

When was the wreck of the PINTA discovered?

The wreck of the PINTA was discovered in 1971.

What country did the PINTA belong to?

The PINTA belonged to IT.

What cargo was the PINTA carrying?

The PINTA was carrying minerals,granular or powdery material.

What was the tonnage of the PINTA?

The PINTA had a tonnage of 470 tons.

What type of wreck is the PINTA?

The PINTA is classified as a motor vessel.

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