Bamba Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bamba Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 47.496 N,5 19.067 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.791600
  • Longitude: -5.317783
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BAMBA
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 6.1 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 20, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H2579/76 4.8.82 OBSERVED AWASH IN APPROX 554730N, 051900W, AND POSSIBLY DRIFTING ASHORE. NO WKGE FOUND WHEN CG BOAT LATER SEARCHED AREA. (CLYDE MRCC SIGNALS DTD 20.7.82). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 4, 2020

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE AND, AFTER DRIFTING AWASH, PRESUMABLY SANK. (CLYDE MRCC).

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FAQ

Where is the BAMBA wreck located?

The BAMBA wreck is located at coordinates 55 47.496 N,5 19.067 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BAMBA?

The seabed around the BAMBA lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the BAMBA sink?

The BAMBA sank on Jul 20, 1982.

When was the wreck of the BAMBA discovered?

The wreck of the BAMBA was discovered in 1982.

What country did the BAMBA belong to?

The BAMBA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the BAMBA?

The BAMBA is classified as a yacht.