Argyll Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Argyll Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 40.601 N,1 48.818 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.676683
  • Longitude: -1.813633
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 44 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARGYLL
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 22.9 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 3
Sonar Length 19.2
Shadow Height 3.1
Tonnage 44
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jan 15, 2010

Surveying Details

H4750/77 20.3.84 PROPOSAL TO SCUTTLE IN 574239N, 020051W, IN GEN DEPTH 36MTRS, FOR USE AS FISH HAVEN. (D OF TRANS, MNA 15.3.84). NCA. 14.6.84 SCUTTLED IN 574105N, 015242W BY LOCAL FISHERMEN. (DAFS SCOTLAND, 21.5.84, IN MNA 22/22/014). INS AS USCPA 30MTRS. BR STD. H2336/84 20.6.86 WK EXAM'D 25.2.86 IN 574037N, 014843W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [3 LOP]. LEAST DEPTH 40.3 IN GEN DEPTH 69MTRS. NO SCOUR. HYDROSEARCH HEIGHT 3.1MTRS, LENGTH 19.2MTRS. CONFIRMED BY LOCAL FISHERMEN AS THE ARGYLL. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 246). AMEND TO WK 40MTRS. BR STD. HH091/155/01 15.1.10 SEP 2010/000027978 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE HYDRO, HI 1155). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED AFTER REMOVAL OF MACHINERY, DECKHOUSE & MAST ETC FOR USE AS A FISH HAVEN.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the ARGYLL wreck located?

The ARGYLL wreck is located at coordinates 57 40.601 N,1 48.818 W.

How deep is the ARGYLL and where exactly is it located?

The ARGYLL lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 57 40.601 N,1 48.818 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARGYLL?

The seabed around the ARGYLL lies at approximately 44 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ARGYLL discovered?

The wreck of the ARGYLL was discovered in 1984.

What country did the ARGYLL belong to?

The ARGYLL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ARGYLL?

The ARGYLL had a tonnage of 44 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARGYLL?

The ARGYLL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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