Topkapi S Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Topkapi s Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 19.94 N,31 4.98 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.332333
  • Longitude: 31.083000
Water Depth 670 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name TOPKAPI S
Type bulk carrier
Flag TR
Length 230.1 m
Width 32.9 m
Draught 11.9
Tonnage 36900
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 29, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4932/87 12.11.87 SANK 10 TO 15M OFF EREGLI. (LL 270). NCA. POSN 412000N, 310500E [EUR] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1966 BY NIPPON KOHAN K.K., TSURUMI SHIPYARD, YOKOHAMA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CEVHERTAS DENIZ NAKLIYATI S.A. SANK VERY QUICKLY IN WINDS OF STORM FORCE 11. REASON NOT KNOWN. 18 MEN LOST FROM A CREW OF 24. PASSAGE RIO DE JANEIRO FOR EREGLI, TURKEY. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the TOPKAPI S wreck located?

The TOPKAPI S wreck is located at coordinates 41 19.94 N,31 4.98 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TOPKAPI S?

The seabed around the TOPKAPI S lies at approximately 670 meters deep.

When did the TOPKAPI S sink?

The TOPKAPI S sank on Oct 29, 1987.

When was the wreck of the TOPKAPI S discovered?

The wreck of the TOPKAPI S was discovered in 1987.

What country did the TOPKAPI S belong to?

The TOPKAPI S belonged to TR.

What cargo was the TOPKAPI S carrying?

The TOPKAPI S was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the TOPKAPI S?

The TOPKAPI S had a tonnage of 36900 tons.

What type of wreck is the TOPKAPI S?

The TOPKAPI S is classified as a bulk carrier.

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