Jon Kjartansson Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Jon kjartansson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		65 0 N,13 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 65.000000
  • Longitude: -13.000000
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name JON KJARTANSSON
Type trawler
Flag IS
Length 50.9 m
Width 8.5 m
Tonnage 491
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1973
Bottom Texture Stone
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 30.1.73 VESSEL SANK 2M OFF VATTARNES. (LLOYDS VOL.211). NCA, POSN 650000N, 130000W FOR FILING ONLY. 24.11.07 NOT SHOWN ON ICELANDIC 73 [2003 EDN]. LEAVE AS FFO.
Last Amended Date Nov 24, 2007

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED & SANK 2M OFF VATTARNES, E COAST ICELAND. CREW RESCUED. (LLOYDS VOL.211)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 65 0 N,13 0 W
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FAQ

Where is the JON KJARTANSSON wreck located?

The JON KJARTANSSON wreck is located at coordinates 65 0 N,13 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JON KJARTANSSON?

The seabed around the JON KJARTANSSON lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the JON KJARTANSSON sink?

The JON KJARTANSSON sank on Jan 29, 1973.

When was the wreck of the JON KJARTANSSON discovered?

The wreck of the JON KJARTANSSON was discovered in 1973.

What country did the JON KJARTANSSON belong to?

The JON KJARTANSSON belonged to IS.

What was the tonnage of the JON KJARTANSSON?

The JON KJARTANSSON had a tonnage of 491 tons.

What type of wreck is the JON KJARTANSSON?

The JON KJARTANSSON is classified as a trawler.

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