Lauran Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lauran ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 49.932 N,3 9.075 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.832200
  • Longitude: -3.151250
Wreck Depth 82 m
Water Depth 84 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LAURAN II
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 14.9 m
Sonar Length 15
Sonar Width 5
Shadow Height 3
Tonnage 25
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 1, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3060/79 8.10.81 SANK IN 574806N, 031118W. (MORAY CG, TLX DTD 1.10.81). INS AS USCPA 40MTRS. BR STD. H2336/84 24.3.86 EXAM'D 20.11.85 IN 574957N, 030859W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 82 IN GEN DEPTH 84MTRS. NO SCOUR. SMALL WK 15 X 5MTRS AND 2 TO 3MTRS HIGH. CONFIRMED BY U/W TV (HMS CATTISTOCK) AS BADLY BURNT AND BREAKING UP. LIES N/S. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 246). AMEND TO WK 82MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jun 8, 2017

Circumstances of loss

30.9.81 REPORTED ABLAZE 30.9.81. SANK AFTER BURNING ALL NIGHT. (LL).

General Comments

BREAKING UP

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FAQ

Where is the LAURAN II wreck located?

The LAURAN II wreck is located at coordinates 57 49.932 N,3 9.075 W.

How deep is the LAURAN II and where exactly is it located?

The LAURAN II lies at a depth of about 82 meters and is located at coordinates 57 49.932 N,3 9.075 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LAURAN II?

The seabed around the LAURAN II lies at approximately 84 meters deep.

When did the LAURAN II sink?

The LAURAN II sank on Oct 1, 1981.

When was the wreck of the LAURAN II discovered?

The wreck of the LAURAN II was discovered in 1981.

What country did the LAURAN II belong to?

The LAURAN II belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LAURAN II?

The LAURAN II had a tonnage of 25 tons.

What type of wreck is the LAURAN II?

The LAURAN II is classified as a fishing vessel.