Meteorite falls of 1983
5 meteorites in the catalogue are recorded as witnessed falls in 1983, in 4 countries. The largest recovered mass is Kidairat, at 100 kg.
What fell in 1983
| Meteorite | Country | Class | Mass recovered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guangnan | China | L6 | Not recorded |
| Kidairat | Sudan | H6 | 100 kg |
| Maryville | United States | L6 | 1.44 kg |
| Ningqiang | China | C3-ung | 4.61 kg |
| Rahimyar Khan | Pakistan | L5 | 67.23 kg |
A witnessed fall is a meteorite seen or heard coming down and then picked up, as opposed to a find, which is discovered later with no record of its arrival. The mass is the total recovered, often from many pieces.