Richard Casnell Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Richard casnell Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		28 10 S,46 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -28.166667
  • Longitude: -46.500000
Water Depth 1935 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RICHARD CASNELL
Type liberty ship
Flag US
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7177
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo animals (land & sea) and birds,foodstuffs: solid,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 16, 1943
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source other
Surveying Details 15.9.72 SUNK IN 281000S, 463000W APPROX. (LIBERTY SHIPS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1942 BY NORTH CAROLINA S.B. CORP. WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 339NHP. PASSAGE BUENOS AIRES FOR RIO JANEIRO & NEW YORK. SUNK BY SUBMARINE TORPEDO OFF PARANAQUA, BRAZIL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY U.S WAR SHIPPING ADMINISTRATION. 9 CREW WERE KILLED. (DODS & LIBERTY SHIPS).

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FAQ

Where is the RICHARD CASNELL wreck located?

The RICHARD CASNELL wreck is located at coordinates 28 10 S,46 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RICHARD CASNELL?

The seabed around the RICHARD CASNELL lies at approximately 1935 meters deep.

When did the RICHARD CASNELL sink?

The RICHARD CASNELL sank on Jul 16, 1943.

When was the wreck of the RICHARD CASNELL discovered?

The wreck of the RICHARD CASNELL was discovered in 1972.

What country did the RICHARD CASNELL belong to?

The RICHARD CASNELL belonged to US.

What cargo was the RICHARD CASNELL carrying?

The RICHARD CASNELL was carrying animals (land & sea) and birds,foodstuffs: solid,ore.

What was the tonnage of the RICHARD CASNELL?

The RICHARD CASNELL had a tonnage of 7177 tons.

What type of wreck is the RICHARD CASNELL?

The RICHARD CASNELL is classified as a liberty ship.

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