Les Triton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Les triton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 5.943 N,4 40.96 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.099050
  • Longitude: -4.682667
Water Depth 42 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LES TRITON
Type trawler
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 2, 1976
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.7.76 SANK NEAR ILE DE SEIN. (LL, 5.7.76). NCA YET. 30.6.77 WK IN 480600.2N, 044052.2W [EUR]. MEAN DEPTH 40MTRS. SIZE, OVER 50MTRS OR 1000TONS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS, 18.10.76). 16.2.84 DELETE. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1983). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK AFTER STRIKING ROCKS IN DENSE FOG NEAR ILE DE SEIN. (LLOYDS VOL.225).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 48 5.943 N,4 40.96 W
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FAQ

Where is the LES TRITON wreck located?

The LES TRITON wreck is located at coordinates 48 5.943 N,4 40.96 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LES TRITON?

The seabed around the LES TRITON lies at approximately 42 meters deep.

When did the LES TRITON sink?

The LES TRITON sank on Jul 2, 1976.

When was the wreck of the LES TRITON discovered?

The wreck of the LES TRITON was discovered in 1976.

What country did the LES TRITON belong to?

The LES TRITON belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the LES TRITON?

The LES TRITON is classified as a trawler.

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