Trossen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Trossen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 16 N,71 59 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 12.266667
  • Longitude: -71.983333
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TROSSEN
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 67.6 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 3.2
Tonnage 381
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 22, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 1.12.75 1.12.75 SANK OFF CAB LA VELA, COLUMBIA. (LL 26.11.75). 1.12.75 1.12.75 POSN 121600N, 715900W, 1 MILE OFF COLUMBIAN GUAJIRA COAST. (LL 29.11.75). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 23, 2009

Circumstances of loss

SANK, CAUSE NOT REPORTED.

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FAQ

Where is the TROSSEN wreck located?

The TROSSEN wreck is located at coordinates 12 16 N,71 59 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TROSSEN?

The seabed around the TROSSEN lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the TROSSEN sink?

The TROSSEN sank on Nov 22, 1975.

When was the wreck of the TROSSEN discovered?

The wreck of the TROSSEN was discovered in 1975.

What country did the TROSSEN belong to?

The TROSSEN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the TROSSEN carrying?

The TROSSEN was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the TROSSEN?

The TROSSEN had a tonnage of 381 tons.

What type of wreck is the TROSSEN?

The TROSSEN is classified as a motor vessel.

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