Austri Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Austri Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
61 0 N,4 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 61.000000
  • Longitude: 4.833333
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AUSTRI
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 76.2 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 19, 1979
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.9.79 VESSEL CAPSIZED S OF SOGNEFJORD. (LL, 21.9.79) NCA, POSN 610000N, 045000E FOR FILING ONLY, PLOTS IN 300MTRS. 13.10.79 AUSTRI DRIFTED ASHORE, NOW BROKEN IN TWO, SALVAGE NOT POSSIBLE. (LL, 8.10.79) NO POSN STATED. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

21.9.79 CAPSIZED IN HEAVY WEATHER, S OF SOGNEFJORD, WHILST ON PASSAGE BREMANGER FOR SZCZECIN. 5 OF 9 CREW LOST. (LL, 21.9.79)

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FAQ

Where is the AUSTRI wreck located?

The AUSTRI wreck is located at coordinates 61 0 N,4 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AUSTRI?

The seabed around the AUSTRI lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the AUSTRI sink?

The AUSTRI sank on Sep 19, 1979.

When was the wreck of the AUSTRI discovered?

The wreck of the AUSTRI was discovered in 1979.

What country did the AUSTRI belong to?

The AUSTRI belonged to NO.

What cargo was the AUSTRI carrying?

The AUSTRI was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the AUSTRI?

The AUSTRI had a tonnage of 499 tons.

What type of wreck is the AUSTRI?

The AUSTRI is classified as a motor vessel.