Rautz Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rautz Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 4.92 N,9 31.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.082000
  • Longitude: -9.518167
Water Depth 3900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RAUTZ
Type carrier
Flag AT
Length 81.1 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1935
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 13, 1998
Original Detection Year 1998
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH111/400/04 23.7.98 HH111/400/04 23.7.98 SANK IN 350500N, 093100W. (LLOYDS VOL.313). PLOTS IN 3900MTRS. NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Apr 18, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1976. MANAGED BY OSTERREICHISCER LLOYD SHIP MANAGEMENT. IN EXCELLENT CONDITION, THE CAUSE OF SINKING THOUGHT TO BE THE MOISTURE CONTENT OF THE COPPER CONCENTRATE BEING TOO HIGH, CONSEQUENTLY IT LIQUEFIED IN THE CARGO, THE CARGO SHIFTED, AND THE VESSEL SANK WITHIN THREE MINUTES. SIX CREW RESCUED, FOUR MISSING. (LLOYDS VOL.313).

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FAQ

Where is the RAUTZ wreck located?

The RAUTZ wreck is located at coordinates 35 4.92 N,9 31.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RAUTZ?

The seabed around the RAUTZ lies at approximately 3900 meters deep.

When did the RAUTZ sink?

The RAUTZ sank on Jul 13, 1998.

When was the wreck of the RAUTZ discovered?

The wreck of the RAUTZ was discovered in 1998.

What country did the RAUTZ belong to?

The RAUTZ belonged to AT.

What cargo was the RAUTZ carrying?

The RAUTZ was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the RAUTZ?

The RAUTZ had a tonnage of 1935 tons.

What type of wreck is the RAUTZ?

The RAUTZ is classified as a carrier.

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