Bucentaure Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Bucentaure Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 20.039 N,6 43.051 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.333983
  • Longitude: -6.717517
Wreck Depth 100 m
Water Depth 118 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BUCENTAURE
Type trawler
Flag FR
Length 27.1 m
Width 6.4 m
Tonnage 120
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 24, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2005

Surveying Details

H3160/69 26.2.70 SANK IN 492000N, 064300W. (LLOYDS VOL 199). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. 31.10.75 AMEND TO AS USC PA 55FMS. NE 2649. 19.1.77 AMEND TO USC PA 100MTRS. BR STD. HH091/052/01 27.10.05 NOT LOCATED. DISPROVED. (HMS ENTERPRISE, HI 1052). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER CAPSIZING IN A GALE. FOUR MEN LOST. (LLOYDS VOL 199).

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FAQ

Where is the BUCENTAURE wreck located?

The BUCENTAURE wreck is located at coordinates 49 20.039 N,6 43.051 W.

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

The BUCENTAURE lies at a depth of about 100 meters and is located at coordinates 49 20.039 N,6 43.051 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BUCENTAURE?

The seabed around the BUCENTAURE lies at approximately 118 meters deep.

When did the BUCENTAURE sink?

The BUCENTAURE sank on Jan 24, 1970.

When was the wreck of the BUCENTAURE discovered?

The wreck of the BUCENTAURE was discovered in 1970.

What country did the BUCENTAURE belong to?

The BUCENTAURE belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the BUCENTAURE?

The BUCENTAURE had a tonnage of 120 tons.

What type of wreck is the BUCENTAURE?

The BUCENTAURE is classified as a trawler.

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