Champion Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Champion Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 55.928 N,4 55.854 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.932133
  • Longitude: -4.930900
Wreck Depth 32 m
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHAMPION
Type tug
Flag GB
Length 32.9 m
Width 5.8 m
Draught 3
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source diver
Surveying Details H1310/83/14 21.3.83 SANK S OF DUNOON PIER, ABOUT 1M OFF ARDENLEE QUARRY. (P. MOIR). NCA. H1310/85/93 22.12.86 LOCATED AND DIVED ON IN 555556N, 045547W [OGB]. LEAST DEPTH 32 IN GENERAL DEPTH 34-36MTRS. HULL VIRTUALLY INTACT EXCEPT FOR PROMINENT GASH FOR'D OF PORT PADDLE BOX. (P. J. MOIR, 26.11.86). CHART AS WK PA 20MTRS. G/S. HH4065/85 19.2.87 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSN, BUT NO SPECIAL SEARCH MADE. (HMS HECLA, HI 322). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 22, 1987

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH SS CALEDONIA. (P. MOIR).

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FAQ

Where is the CHAMPION wreck located?

The CHAMPION wreck is located at coordinates 55 55.928 N,4 55.854 W.

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

The CHAMPION lies at a depth of about 32 meters and is located at coordinates 55 55.928 N,4 55.854 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CHAMPION?

The seabed around the CHAMPION lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the CHAMPION discovered?

The wreck of the CHAMPION was discovered in 1983.

What country did the CHAMPION belong to?

The CHAMPION belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the CHAMPION?

The CHAMPION is classified as a tug.