Harnis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Harnis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 57.015 N,0 25.892 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.950250
  • Longitude: 0.431533
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HARNIS
Type carrier
Flag DE
Tonnage 783
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 25, 1975
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 13, 2005

Surveying Details

27.2.75 SINKING POSN APPROX 30M E FROM FLAMBOROUGH HEAD. (LL, 28.2.75). 28.2.75 AMENDED SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 118DEGS (TRUE), 20M FROM FLAMBOROUGH HD, 535700N. 002600E FROM DTI, GRIMSBY. (LL, 28.2.75). 3.4.75 POSN OBTAINED FROM SHIPS MASTER AND LOG, ETC, ESTIMATED TO BE 535730N, 002600E, BUT THV MERMAID FOUND NOTHING IN THIS POSN. (CDR PATON, DTI). 28.5.78 AREA OF 8 SQ MILES AROUND POSNS 535200N,003900E & 535730N,002600E SEARCHED FOR 3 DAYS USING SONAR & E/S. NOTHING FOUND. (TELECON, T H HARWICH, 28.5.75). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE IJMUIDEN FOR WHITBY. HIT BY RUSSIAN FV SRT4573, WHILE LYING AT ANCHOR, IN FOG. SIX CREW AND LIFE-BOAT RECOVERED. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 57.015 N,0 25.892 E
Harnis on Wreck Map Harnis Wreck on Google Map

More Carrier Wrecks:

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the HARNIS wreck located?

The HARNIS wreck is located at coordinates 53 57.015 N,0 25.892 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HARNIS?

The seabed around the HARNIS lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the HARNIS sink?

The HARNIS sank on Feb 25, 1975.

When was the wreck of the HARNIS discovered?

The wreck of the HARNIS was discovered in 1975.

What country did the HARNIS belong to?

The HARNIS belonged to DE.

What cargo was the HARNIS carrying?

The HARNIS was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the HARNIS?

The HARNIS had a tonnage of 783 tons.

What type of wreck is the HARNIS?

The HARNIS is classified as a carrier.

Back to Wrecks