Hector Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hector Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 20.003 N,1 32.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.333383
  • Longitude: -1.534950
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HECTOR
Type tug
Flag NL
Length 30 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 3.3
Tonnage 192
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 10, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.12.73 AGROUND IN 552000N, 013200W. (LL, 27.12.74). NCA. 13.8.74 REPORTED TO HAVE MADE THE TYNE AFTER FLOATING OFF AFTER GROUNDING. (B GALLAGHER, TELECON 13.8.74). AMEND LIFTED.
Last Amended Date Mar 3, 2008

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the HECTOR wreck located?

The HECTOR wreck is located at coordinates 55 20.003 N,1 32.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HECTOR?

The seabed around the HECTOR lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the HECTOR sink?

The HECTOR sank on Dec 10, 1973.

When was the wreck of the HECTOR discovered?

The wreck of the HECTOR was discovered in 1973.

What country did the HECTOR belong to?

The HECTOR belonged to NL.

What was the tonnage of the HECTOR?

The HECTOR had a tonnage of 192 tons.

What type of wreck is the HECTOR?

The HECTOR is classified as a tug.