Kiloran Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kiloran Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 31.54 N,8 29.67 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.525667
  • Longitude: -8.494500
Water Depth 137 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KILORAN
Type fishing vessel
Flag IE
Length 21 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 3, 2006
Original Detection Year 2006
Original Source fishing vessel
Last Amended Date Jul 29, 2014

Surveying Details

10.10.06 SEP 2006/000384370 10.10.06 SANK IN 4931.54N, 0829.67W [WGD]. (FALMOUTH CG, FAX DTD 3.10.06). INS AS NDW. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW OF IRISH FISHERY PATROL VESSEL L E NIAMH AFTER EARLIER MECHANICAL FAILURE. PUMPS FAILED TO CONTAIN FLOODING AND VESSEL SANK. (FALMOUTH CG).

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FAQ

Where is the KILORAN wreck located?

The KILORAN wreck is located at coordinates 49 31.54 N,8 29.67 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KILORAN?

The seabed around the KILORAN lies at approximately 137 meters deep.

When did the KILORAN sink?

The KILORAN sank on Oct 3, 2006.

When was the wreck of the KILORAN discovered?

The wreck of the KILORAN was discovered in 2006.

What country did the KILORAN belong to?

The KILORAN belonged to IE.

What type of wreck is the KILORAN?

The KILORAN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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