Hystein Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hystein Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 51.9 N,6 12.3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.865000
  • Longitude: -6.205000
Water Depth 4800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HYSTEIN
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 75.3 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 494
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 16, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH175/350/01 4.5.89 HH175/350/01 4.5.89 SANK IN 465200N, 061212W. (LL 22.4.89). IN ABOUT 4800MTRS. NAVAREA II 156/89 REFERS.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

DEVELOPED SEVERE LIST DURING A STORM WHILE ON PASSAGE ROUEN TO TENERIFE. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK SOME HOURS LATER.

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FAQ

Where is the HYSTEIN wreck located?

The HYSTEIN wreck is located at coordinates 46 51.9 N,6 12.3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HYSTEIN?

The seabed around the HYSTEIN lies at approximately 4800 meters deep.

When did the HYSTEIN sink?

The HYSTEIN sank on Apr 16, 1989.

When was the wreck of the HYSTEIN discovered?

The wreck of the HYSTEIN was discovered in 1989.

What country did the HYSTEIN belong to?

The HYSTEIN belonged to NO.

What cargo was the HYSTEIN carrying?

The HYSTEIN was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the HYSTEIN?

The HYSTEIN had a tonnage of 494 tons.

What type of wreck is the HYSTEIN?

The HYSTEIN is classified as a motor vessel.

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