Rio Caster Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rio caster Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		20 54.99 N,17 7.87 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 20.916500
  • Longitude: -17.131167
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RIO CASTER
Type trawler
Flag PT
Length 29.3 m
Width 6.4 m
Tonnage 120
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 24, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 25.9.79 25.9.79 VESSEL SANK 5M N OF CAP BLANC, NOUADIBOU. (LL, 26.9.79). POSN 205500N, 170800W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 23, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1958. AGROUND & LEAKING 5M N OF CAP BLANC, NOUADIBOU. LATER SANK AS A TOTAL LOSS. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the RIO CASTER wreck located?

The RIO CASTER wreck is located at coordinates 20 54.99 N,17 7.87 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RIO CASTER?

The seabed around the RIO CASTER lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the RIO CASTER sink?

The RIO CASTER sank on Jul 24, 1979.

When was the wreck of the RIO CASTER discovered?

The wreck of the RIO CASTER was discovered in 1979.

What country did the RIO CASTER belong to?

The RIO CASTER belonged to PT.

What was the tonnage of the RIO CASTER?

The RIO CASTER had a tonnage of 120 tons.

What type of wreck is the RIO CASTER?

The RIO CASTER is classified as a trawler.

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