Tortona Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Tortona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 19.04 N,0 1.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.317333
  • Longitude: 0.031833
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TORTONA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 10.7 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 21, 1981
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

H4722/79 29.10.81 SANK IN 501900N, 000200E [OGB]. (LL, 23.10.81). FOR FILING ONLY. HH226/420/02 27.6.96 NDW IN 501900N, 000200E. (FRENCH NM 24/16/96). NCA. 21.1.14 NOT LOCATED 10.2013 USING M/B. (GARDLINE SURVEY, HI 1416). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

23.10.81 SANK AFTER STRIKING SUBMERGED OBJECT. (LL, 23.10.81).

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FAQ

Where is the TORTONA wreck located?

The TORTONA wreck is located at coordinates 50 19.04 N,0 1.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TORTONA?

The seabed around the TORTONA lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the TORTONA sink?

The TORTONA sank on Oct 21, 1981.

When was the wreck of the TORTONA discovered?

The wreck of the TORTONA was discovered in 1981.

What country did the TORTONA belong to?

The TORTONA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the TORTONA?

The TORTONA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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