Tropaioforos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tropaioforos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 25 N,86 15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 19.416667
  • Longitude: 86.250000
Water Depth 1300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TROPAIOFOROS
Type steam ship
Tonnage 5686
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 1, 1957
Original Detection Year 1957
Last Detection Year 1960
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 14, 2019

Surveying Details

H6588/57 16.1.58 NDW PA IN 192500N, 861500E. (LLOYDS). BR STD. H6588/57 11.4.58 AREA SWEPT BY ASDIC & ECHO TO COVER BOTH POSSIBLE SINKING POSNS 192500N, 861500E & 193000N, 861427E. NO FIRM CONTACTS OBTAINED. (CINC E. INDIA) 29.12.60 SHIP JUDGED TO HAVE BEEN SCUTTLED. FALSE POSN PROBABLY SENT OUT. REPORT OF DISPUTE WITH INSURANCE COMPANY IN QUEENS BENCH DIVISION. (LLOYDS LIST BETWEEN JUL-DEC 1960)

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED. PASSAGE ODESSA & VISAKHAPATNAM FOR CALCUTTA. (LLOYDS)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 19 25 N,86 15 E
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FAQ

Where is the TROPAIOFOROS wreck located?

The TROPAIOFOROS wreck is located at coordinates 19 25 N,86 15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TROPAIOFOROS?

The seabed around the TROPAIOFOROS lies at approximately 1300 meters deep.

When did the TROPAIOFOROS sink?

The TROPAIOFOROS sank on Dec 1, 1957.

When was the wreck of the TROPAIOFOROS discovered?

The wreck of the TROPAIOFOROS was discovered in 1957.

What cargo was the TROPAIOFOROS carrying?

The TROPAIOFOROS was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the TROPAIOFOROS?

The TROPAIOFOROS had a tonnage of 5686 tons.

What type of wreck is the TROPAIOFOROS?

The TROPAIOFOROS is classified as a steam ship.

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