Praxiteles Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Praxiteles Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 44 N,25 37 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.733333
  • Longitude: -25.616667
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PRAXITELES
Type liberty ship
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 6, 1964
Original Detection Year 1964
Original Source other
Surveying Details 14.9.72 SPRANG A LEAK AND WAS BEACHED. SANK IN 374400N 253700W APPROX, NEAR PONTA DELGADO. (LIBERTY SHIPS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 30, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SPRANG A LEAK AND WAS BEACHED. LATER SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the PRAXITELES wreck located?

The PRAXITELES wreck is located at coordinates 37 44 N,25 37 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PRAXITELES?

The seabed around the PRAXITELES lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the PRAXITELES sink?

The PRAXITELES sank on Jan 6, 1964.

When was the wreck of the PRAXITELES discovered?

The wreck of the PRAXITELES was discovered in 1964.

What was the tonnage of the PRAXITELES?

The PRAXITELES had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the PRAXITELES?

The PRAXITELES is classified as a liberty ship.

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