Fokkstein Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Fokkstein Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 14.501 N,4 51.82 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.241683
  • Longitude: -4.863667
Water Depth -3 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FOKKSTEIN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1976
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 30.10.76 GROUNDING POSN GIVEN AS 551430N, 045145W. (LL, 29.10.76). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. H2029/82 21.8.84 WAS REMOVED IN 1976 AND REPAIRED. (HMS HYDRA, HI 104). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2009

Circumstances of loss

ASHORE ON ROCKS AT GIRVAN HARBOUR. CREW RECOVERED. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 14.501 N,4 51.82 W
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FAQ

Where is the FOKKSTEIN wreck located?

The FOKKSTEIN wreck is located at coordinates 55 14.501 N,4 51.82 W.

When did the FOKKSTEIN sink?

The FOKKSTEIN sank on Oct 15, 1976.

When was the wreck of the FOKKSTEIN discovered?

The wreck of the FOKKSTEIN was discovered in 1976.

What country did the FOKKSTEIN belong to?

The FOKKSTEIN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the FOKKSTEIN?

The FOKKSTEIN is classified as a fishing vessel.