Playa De Baquio Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Playa de baquio Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
21 0 N,17 24 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 21.000000
  • Longitude: -17.400000
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PLAYA DE BAQUIO
Type trawler
Flag ES
Length 35.1 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 258
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 26, 1984
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4800/83 19.8.85 H4800/83 19.8.85 SANK APPROX 20M WNW OF NOUADHIBOU. (LL, 7.8.85) NCA YET, POSN 210000N, 172400W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 20, 2003

Circumstances of loss

7.8.85 SANK FOLLOWING AN EXPLOSION AND FIRE ON BOARD. (LLOYDS VOL.256 & LL, 7.8.85)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 21 0 N,17 24 W
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FAQ

Where is the PLAYA DE BAQUIO wreck located?

The PLAYA DE BAQUIO wreck is located at coordinates 21 0 N,17 24 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PLAYA DE BAQUIO?

The seabed around the PLAYA DE BAQUIO lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the PLAYA DE BAQUIO sink?

The PLAYA DE BAQUIO sank on Apr 26, 1984.

When was the wreck of the PLAYA DE BAQUIO discovered?

The wreck of the PLAYA DE BAQUIO was discovered in 1985.

What country did the PLAYA DE BAQUIO belong to?

The PLAYA DE BAQUIO belonged to ES.

What was the tonnage of the PLAYA DE BAQUIO?

The PLAYA DE BAQUIO had a tonnage of 258 tons.

What type of wreck is the PLAYA DE BAQUIO?

The PLAYA DE BAQUIO is classified as a trawler.