Gripper Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gripper Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 3.442 N,5 49.198 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.057367
  • Longitude: -5.819967
Wreck Depth 74.05 m
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRIPPER
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 9 m
Sonar Length 10.6
Sonar Width 6.5
Shadow Height 1.8
Orientation 215
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 9, 2001
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 2001
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH272/600/03 12.2.01 SANK IN 5703.47N, 0549.00W. (MRSC STORNOWAY, FAX DTD 9.2.01). INS AS NDW. BR STD. SEP 2020/000229367 23.6.20 EXAM�D 23.6.20 IN 5703.442N, 0549.198W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 74.05MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 75MTRS. LENGTH 10.6MTRS, WIDTH 6.5MTRS, HT 1.8MTRS. ORIENTATION 215/035DEGS. APPEARS UPRIGHT AND INTACT. (MERITAITO, HI 1568). AMEND NDW 74MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Last Amended Date Dec 3, 2020
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 3.442 N,5 49.198 W
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FAQ

Where is the GRIPPER wreck located?

The GRIPPER wreck is located at coordinates 57 3.442 N,5 49.198 W.

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

The GRIPPER lies at a depth of about 74.05 meters and is located at coordinates 57 3.442 N,5 49.198 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GRIPPER?

The seabed around the GRIPPER lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the GRIPPER sink?

The GRIPPER sank on Feb 9, 2001.

When was the wreck of the GRIPPER discovered?

The wreck of the GRIPPER was discovered in 2001.

What country did the GRIPPER belong to?

The GRIPPER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the GRIPPER?

The GRIPPER is classified as a fishing vessel.