Tekton (Stern Section) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tekton (stern section) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		30 57 S,31 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -30.950000
  • Longitude: 31.833333
Water Depth 5300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TEKTON (STERN SECTION)
Type tanker
Flag LR
Length 184.4 m
Width 23.5 m
Draught 13.1
Tonnage 15807
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 13, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2006

Surveying Details

13.11.74 BROKE IN TWO 10.11.74 IN 311300S, 313500E. (LL 217). 14.11.74 TWO SECTIONS NOW 40 MILES APART. BOW IS APPROX 157 DEGS COOPER LT 80 MILES. STERN IS IN 305100S, 315000E. BOTH SECTIONS SINKING. (LL 217). 18.11.74 BOW IN 314300S, 302800E AT 0800 13.11.74 WITH TUG STANDING BY. STERN SECTION SANK AT 1645 13.11.74 IN 305700S, 315000E. BOW SANK AT 1540 14.11.74 IN 314300S, 302800E. (LL 217 & MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the TEKTON (STERN SECTION) wreck located?

The TEKTON (STERN SECTION) wreck is located at coordinates 30 57 S,31 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TEKTON (STERN SECTION)?

The seabed around the TEKTON (STERN SECTION) lies at approximately 5300 meters deep.

When did the TEKTON (STERN SECTION) sink?

The TEKTON (STERN SECTION) sank on Nov 13, 1974.

When was the wreck of the TEKTON (STERN SECTION) discovered?

The wreck of the TEKTON (STERN SECTION) was discovered in 1974.

What country did the TEKTON (STERN SECTION) belong to?

The TEKTON (STERN SECTION) belonged to LR.

What cargo was the TEKTON (STERN SECTION) carrying?

The TEKTON (STERN SECTION) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the TEKTON (STERN SECTION)?

The TEKTON (STERN SECTION) had a tonnage of 15807 tons.

What type of wreck is the TEKTON (STERN SECTION)?

The TEKTON (STERN SECTION) is classified as a tanker.

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