Albatros Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Albatros Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 34.45 N,1 19.4 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.574167
  • Longitude: -1.323333
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALBATROS
Type motor vessel
Flag NL
Length 27.8 m
Width 5.9 m
Tonnage 131
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,scrap metal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 22, 1952
Original Detection Year 2007
Original Source other
Surveying Details 21.2.07 REMAINS LIE IN PA 5034.45N, 0119.40W [WGD]. (SOUTH COAST SHIPWRECKS). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jul 29, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD IN 1913 BY J & K SMIT'S MFB, KINDERLIJK AS A SILING VESSEL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY H MEERTENS NV. 2 CYLINDER, 2 STROKE OIL ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE PENZANCE FOR HULL. STRUCK THE WRECK OF MV VOLKERAK IN FOG AND SANK. (SOUTH COAST SHIPWRECKS).

General Comments

SCATTERED REMAINS

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 34.45 N,1 19.4 W
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FAQ

Where is the ALBATROS wreck located?

The ALBATROS wreck is located at coordinates 50 34.45 N,1 19.4 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALBATROS?

The seabed around the ALBATROS lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the ALBATROS sink?

The ALBATROS sank on Dec 22, 1952.

When was the wreck of the ALBATROS discovered?

The wreck of the ALBATROS was discovered in 2007.

What country did the ALBATROS belong to?

The ALBATROS belonged to NL.

What cargo was the ALBATROS carrying?

The ALBATROS was carrying metal: concentrate and products,scrap metal.

What was the tonnage of the ALBATROS?

The ALBATROS had a tonnage of 131 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALBATROS?

The ALBATROS is classified as a motor vessel.

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