Drangajokull Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Drangajokull Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 43.143 N,3 8.094 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.719050
  • Longitude: -3.134900
Wreck Depth 55 m
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DRANGAJOKULL
Type motor vessel
Flag IS
Length 51.8 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 621
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid,vehicles,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 28, 1960
Original Detection Year 1960
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 24, 2025

Surveying Details

SANK 1.5 MILES NNW OF STROMA. (LL). 11.5.72 INS AS NDW. LC 1942. 17.3.78 AMEND TO USCPA 55MTRS. NC 2162. H2925/83 14.1.85 NOT FOUND IN 584310N, 030800W. STRONG TIDAL STREAM IN PENTLAND FIRTH WOULD HAVE HAD CONSIDERABLE EFFECT ON THIS WK'S POSN. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 204). DELETED. BR STD. RSDRA2025000444329 24.9.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2025. (NJORD SURVEY AB, HI1784). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED & SANK WHILE ON PASSAGE ANTWERP TO REYKJAVIK.

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FAQ

Where is the DRANGAJOKULL wreck located?

The DRANGAJOKULL wreck is located at coordinates 58 43.143 N,3 8.094 W.

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

The DRANGAJOKULL lies at a depth of about 55 meters and is located at coordinates 58 43.143 N,3 8.094 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DRANGAJOKULL?

The seabed around the DRANGAJOKULL lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the DRANGAJOKULL sink?

The DRANGAJOKULL sank on Jun 28, 1960.

When was the wreck of the DRANGAJOKULL discovered?

The wreck of the DRANGAJOKULL was discovered in 1960.

What country did the DRANGAJOKULL belong to?

The DRANGAJOKULL belonged to IS.

What cargo was the DRANGAJOKULL carrying?

The DRANGAJOKULL was carrying foodstuffs: solid,vehicles,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the DRANGAJOKULL?

The DRANGAJOKULL had a tonnage of 621 tons.

What type of wreck is the DRANGAJOKULL?

The DRANGAJOKULL is classified as a motor vessel.

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