Taxiarchis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Taxiarchis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 11.93 N,26 7.57 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.198833
  • Longitude: 26.126167
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name TAXIARCHIS
Type trawler
Flag GR
Length 53 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 568
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 16, 1976
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.4.76 STATED AS BEING ADRIFT ON ROCKS NEAR SITIA, CRETE. (LL, 19.4.76). POSN 351200N, 260736E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2017

Circumstances of loss

19.4.76 ADRIFT ON ROCKS NEAR SITIA, CRETE, DUE TO HEAVY WEATHER. (LL, 19.4.76).

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FAQ

Where is the TAXIARCHIS wreck located?

The TAXIARCHIS wreck is located at coordinates 35 11.93 N,26 7.57 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TAXIARCHIS?

The seabed around the TAXIARCHIS lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the TAXIARCHIS sink?

The TAXIARCHIS sank on Apr 16, 1976.

When was the wreck of the TAXIARCHIS discovered?

The wreck of the TAXIARCHIS was discovered in 1976.

What country did the TAXIARCHIS belong to?

The TAXIARCHIS belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the TAXIARCHIS?

The TAXIARCHIS had a tonnage of 568 tons.

What type of wreck is the TAXIARCHIS?

The TAXIARCHIS is classified as a trawler.

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