Brudanger Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Brudanger Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		61 25 N,4 50 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 61.416667
  • Longitude: 4.833333
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRUDANGER
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 199
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 26, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 27.2.79 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN VICINITY OF FLORO IN 612500N, 045000E APPROX. (LL, 1.3.79). NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 20, 1999

Circumstances of loss

21.3.79 VESSEL, WHILE EN-ROUTE MOI RANNA TO PERTH, RAN AGROUND AND LATER SANK NEAR THE BLANA ROCKS S OF FLORO. CONSIDERED TO BE A CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS. (LL, 21.3.79)

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FAQ

Where is the BRUDANGER wreck located?

The BRUDANGER wreck is located at coordinates 61 25 N,4 50 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BRUDANGER?

The seabed around the BRUDANGER lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the BRUDANGER sink?

The BRUDANGER sank on Feb 26, 1979.

When was the wreck of the BRUDANGER discovered?

The wreck of the BRUDANGER was discovered in 1979.

What country did the BRUDANGER belong to?

The BRUDANGER belonged to NO.

What cargo was the BRUDANGER carrying?

The BRUDANGER was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the BRUDANGER?

The BRUDANGER had a tonnage of 199 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRUDANGER?

The BRUDANGER is classified as a motor vessel.

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