Taur Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Taur Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		28 37.09 N,14 20.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 28.618167
  • Longitude: -14.335000
Water Depth 1600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TAUR
Type yacht
Flag SO
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 9, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 11.4.75 11.4.75 VESSEL REPORTED WRECKED IN 283700N, 142000W APPROX. (LL 219). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 15, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PASITO BLANCO FOR BANOS, COAST OF MALAGA, SPAIN. WAS WRECKED OFF THE CANARY ISLANDS. CREW OF FIVE CAME ASHORE BY RAFT. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the TAUR wreck located?

The TAUR wreck is located at coordinates 28 37.09 N,14 20.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TAUR?

The seabed around the TAUR lies at approximately 1600 meters deep.

When did the TAUR sink?

The TAUR sank on Apr 9, 1975.

When was the wreck of the TAUR discovered?

The wreck of the TAUR was discovered in 1975.

What country did the TAUR belong to?

The TAUR belonged to SO.

What type of wreck is the TAUR?

The TAUR is classified as a yacht.

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