Helland-Hansen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Helland-hansen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		62 12.97 N,5 2.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 62.216167
  • Longitude: 5.040000
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HELLAND-HANSEN
Type research vessel
Flag NO
Length 34.7 m
Width 7 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 186
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 10, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 4, 2021

Surveying Details

14.9.76 SANK W OF SVINOY LT HO. (LL 13.9.76). NCA YET. H3692/88 7.9.88 APPROX POSN (FROM REDUCTION OF NORWEGIAN 29) 621300N, 050230E. (NORWEGIAN NM 1127/88). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK AFTER BEING DAMAGED BY HUGE WAVES. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the HELLAND-HANSEN wreck located?

The HELLAND-HANSEN wreck is located at coordinates 62 12.97 N,5 2.4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HELLAND-HANSEN?

The seabed around the HELLAND-HANSEN lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the HELLAND-HANSEN sink?

The HELLAND-HANSEN sank on Sep 10, 1976.

When was the wreck of the HELLAND-HANSEN discovered?

The wreck of the HELLAND-HANSEN was discovered in 1976.

What country did the HELLAND-HANSEN belong to?

The HELLAND-HANSEN belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the HELLAND-HANSEN?

The HELLAND-HANSEN had a tonnage of 186 tons.

What type of wreck is the HELLAND-HANSEN?

The HELLAND-HANSEN is classified as a research vessel.

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