Hansi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Hansi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
59 22.972 N,2 23.169 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.382867
  • Longitude: -2.386150
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HANSI
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 4996
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 8, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H7610/39 28.11.39 ST IN 592300N, 022304 APPROX, OR 059DEGS 15.8C FROM FREE KIRK MANSE, RONALDSAY. (RECEIVER, KIRKWALL). INS AS ST PA - NM 2633/39.
Last Amended Date Mar 17, 2020

Circumstances of loss

DISABLED BY GALES IN N SEA, ABANDONED BY CREW & DROVE ASHORE IN LINKLET BAY THE FOLLOWING DAY. (SHIPWRECKS OF ORKNEY, SHETLAND & PENTLAND FIRTH).

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FAQ

Where is the HANSI wreck located?

The HANSI wreck is located at coordinates 59 22.972 N,2 23.169 W.

When did the HANSI sink?

The HANSI sank on Nov 8, 1939.

When was the wreck of the HANSI discovered?

The wreck of the HANSI was discovered in 1939.

What country did the HANSI belong to?

The HANSI belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the HANSI?

The HANSI had a tonnage of 4996 tons.

What type of wreck is the HANSI?

The HANSI is classified as a steam ship.