Anzac Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Anzac Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 20.15 N,1 28.415 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.335833
  • Longitude: -1.473583
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANZAC
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 7.9 m
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 5, 1997
Original Detection Year 1997
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH270/430/02 11.12.97 SANK IN 602011N, 012818W. (MRCC SHETLAND, TELEX DTD 5.12.97). PLOTS IN AREA MARKED AS 'UNSURVEYED'. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL TOOK IN WATER, OFF NORTH ROE, AFTER BEING HIT BY LARGE WAVE, CAUSING PLANKING TO SPLIT. TAKEN IN TOW BY LIFEBOAT WHEN PUMPING EFFORTS FAILED, BUT SANK UNDER TOW. SCREW, OIL ENGINE. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the ANZAC wreck located?

The ANZAC wreck is located at coordinates 60 20.15 N,1 28.415 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ANZAC?

The seabed around the ANZAC lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the ANZAC sink?

The ANZAC sank on Dec 5, 1997.

When was the wreck of the ANZAC discovered?

The wreck of the ANZAC was discovered in 1997.

What country did the ANZAC belong to?

The ANZAC belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ANZAC carrying?

The ANZAC was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the ANZAC?

The ANZAC is classified as a fishing vessel.

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