Voljak Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Voljak Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 51.5 N,17 28.75 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.858333
  • Longitude: 17.479167
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water Springs
Name VOLJAK
Type motor vessel
Length 34.7 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 200
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 8, 1967
Original Detection Year 1967
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 15.7.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 425000N, 173800E APPROX, OR ABOUT 28M NW OF DUBROVNIK. (LLOYDS VOL.209). NCA, PLOTS ON LAND. 11.7.94 RE-ASSESSMENT OF DATA SUGGESTS THAT 28M NW OF DUBROVNIK IS IN 425130N, 172845E APPROX. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY
Last Amended Date Jul 4, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM SPLIT FOR BAR, STRUCK COAST DURING HEAVY FOG. (LLOYDS VOL.209).

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FAQ

Where is the VOLJAK wreck located?

The VOLJAK wreck is located at coordinates 42 51.5 N,17 28.75 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VOLJAK?

The seabed around the VOLJAK lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the VOLJAK sink?

The VOLJAK sank on Sep 8, 1967.

When was the wreck of the VOLJAK discovered?

The wreck of the VOLJAK was discovered in 1967.

What cargo was the VOLJAK carrying?

The VOLJAK was carrying cement.

What was the tonnage of the VOLJAK?

The VOLJAK had a tonnage of 200 tons.

What type of wreck is the VOLJAK?

The VOLJAK is classified as a motor vessel.