Tutoya Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Tutoya Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		24 45 S,47 8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -24.750000
  • Longitude: -47.133333
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name TUTOYA
Type steam ship
Flag BR
Length 67.1 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 1125
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 1, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source other
Last Amended Date May 14, 1991

Surveying Details

H02171/43 23.7.43 H02171/43 23.7.43 DWPA IN 244500S, 470800W. (ADMIRALTY). - NM 1543/43. 10.2.92 10.2.92 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 244000S, 470500W. (WW2SL, LL WW2); AS 244300S, 471900W. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA. 10.2.92 10.2.92 DELETED FROM NE 530 (STS).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1913. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LLOYD BRASILEIRO. PASSAGE PARANAGUA FOR SANTOS. TORPEDOED BY U 513. CARGO INCLUDED SALT MEAT, POTATOES & LUMBER. (WW2SL, LL WW2, DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the TUTOYA wreck located?

The TUTOYA wreck is located at coordinates 24 45 S,47 8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TUTOYA?

The seabed around the TUTOYA lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the TUTOYA sink?

The TUTOYA sank on Jul 1, 1943.

When was the wreck of the TUTOYA discovered?

The wreck of the TUTOYA was discovered in 1943.

What country did the TUTOYA belong to?

The TUTOYA belonged to BR.

What cargo was the TUTOYA carrying?

The TUTOYA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the TUTOYA?

The TUTOYA had a tonnage of 1125 tons.

What type of wreck is the TUTOYA?

The TUTOYA is classified as a steam ship.

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