Frandor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Frandor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 49.692 N,2 7.487 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.828200
  • Longitude: 2.124783
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANDOR
Type fishing vessel
Tonnage 69
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 22, 1961
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1961
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

H2115/61 10.5.61 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 9MILES 315DEGS FROM SMITHS KNOLL LT VESSEL IN 524940N, 020736E APPROX. (LL & HMS CHICHESTER). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. H3730/69 3.6.69 NOT FOUND AFTER INTENSIVE SONAR AND E/S SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG 1969). DELETE. BR STD. 20.11.72 SHOWN IN 524945N, 020718E [EUR] ON NETHERLANDS FISHERIES CHART 1954 [RECD 7.11.72]. NCA. HH090/616/01 21.11.94 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). AMEND DEAD. SEP 2020/000100123 19.5.20 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (MERITAITO, HI 1580). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE LOWESTOFT FOR FISHING GROUNDS. CAUGHT FIRE AFTER EXPLOSION IN ENGINE ROOM AND SANK. CREW OF 6 RECOVERED BY MFV OCEAN DAWN. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the FRANDOR wreck located?

The FRANDOR wreck is located at coordinates 52 49.692 N,2 7.487 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANDOR?

The seabed around the FRANDOR lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the FRANDOR sink?

The FRANDOR sank on Apr 22, 1961.

When was the wreck of the FRANDOR discovered?

The wreck of the FRANDOR was discovered in 1961.

What was the tonnage of the FRANDOR?

The FRANDOR had a tonnage of 69 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRANDOR?

The FRANDOR is classified as a fishing vessel.

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