Multibeam echo sounder survey of the Landing Ship Tank

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The Landing Ship Tank, long identified as the LST 523.

Survey DRASSM

Survey DRASSM

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Tank
780,340
Reinforcement bar
990,240
Rudder
1130,210
Stern

Looking SW over the 35-metre-long wreck, an obvious fracture probably corresponds to the zone of impact of the mine. Despite the extensive damage, tank bearings and even a track on the port side can be identified in the tangle of metal. A little further on frames are visible on the port side.

1060,170
Presumed zone of impact of the mine
890,410
Tracked vehicle
590,450
Bow

The southern end of the wreck is more damaged. Nevertheless, an overturned tracked vehicle is visible with exposed tracks. Given its position on the site, it was part of the cargo.

240,500