Dornbusch Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dornbusch Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 19.1 N,15 11.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.318333
  • Longitude: 15.191667
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name DORNBUSCH
Type motor vessel
Length 67.1 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1137
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.7.72 REPORTED BEACHED ON CHRISTIANSO. SUBSEQUENTLY SANK. (LL 209). POSN 551906N, 151130E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE RUSSIA TO UK, BEACHED ON CHRISTIANSO AND SUBSEQUENTLY SANK. CREW SAFE. (LLOYDS VOL.209)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 19.1 N,15 11.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the DORNBUSCH wreck located?

The DORNBUSCH wreck is located at coordinates 55 19.1 N,15 11.5 E.

When did the DORNBUSCH sink?

The DORNBUSCH sank on Jul 3, 1972.

When was the wreck of the DORNBUSCH discovered?

The wreck of the DORNBUSCH was discovered in 1972.

What was the tonnage of the DORNBUSCH?

The DORNBUSCH had a tonnage of 1137 tons.

What type of wreck is the DORNBUSCH?

The DORNBUSCH is classified as a motor vessel.