Giant 14 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Giant 14 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 52.94 N,3 36.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.882333
  • Longitude: -3.601500
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GIANT 14
Type submarine
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 22, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H2302/84 8.3.84 AGROUND AT ILE AUX MOINES [LES SEPT ILES, NR TREBURDEN]. (FALMOUTH CG 231128Z). UPSIDE-DOWN IN 485300N, 033600W APPROX, NEAR TRIAGOZ LT. DAMAGED CONDITION, WITH CARGO BROKEN LOOSE. GEN DEPTH ABOUT 60MTRS. (LL 24.2.84). NCA YET. H2302/84 6.6.84 REFLOATED. (LL 12.4.84). AMENDED TO LIFT.
Last Amended Date Jul 6, 2001

Circumstances of loss

24.2.84 UNDER TOW FROM HANKO, FINLAND TO GIZAN, SAUDI ARABIA BY GERMAN TUG 'EDUARD' WHICH CAPSIZED AND SANK IN BAD WEATHER. PONTOON DRIFTED ASHORE, CAPSIZED AND SANK AT ILE AUX MOINES. (LL 24.2.84 & FALMOUTH CG MRCC 231128Z FEB).

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FAQ

Where is the GIANT 14 wreck located?

The GIANT 14 wreck is located at coordinates 48 52.94 N,3 36.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GIANT 14?

The seabed around the GIANT 14 lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the GIANT 14 sink?

The GIANT 14 sank on Feb 22, 1984.

When was the wreck of the GIANT 14 discovered?

The wreck of the GIANT 14 was discovered in 1984.

What cargo was the GIANT 14 carrying?

The GIANT 14 was carrying machinery and mechanical parts.

What type of wreck is the GIANT 14?

The GIANT 14 is classified as a submarine.

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