Louison Bobet Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Louison bobet Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 58.627 N,6 11.395 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.977117
  • Longitude: -6.189917
Wreck Depth 69.5 m
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOUISON BOBET
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 8
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 4, 1965
Original Detection Year 1965
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2922/65 23.8.65 H2922/65 23.8.65 SANK IN 495830N, 061120W. (LL AND HM COASTGUARD, ST MARYS). CHART AS NDW. BR STD. HH090/499/01 29.1.91 HH090/499/01 29.1.91 NOT FOUND. (THMR LTD, HI 499). DELETED. BR STD. SEP2016/000143596 18.11.2016 EXAM'D 05.06.16; IN 4958.627N, 0611.395W [WGD]. COULD ONLY LOCATE A NUMBER OF FRAGMENTS OF DEBRIS. THEIR APPEARANCE DID NOT SUGGEST THAT THEY HAD ORIGINATED FROM A VESSEL. (MMT, HI 1470). CONFIRMED DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 18, 2016

Circumstances of loss

STRUCK SUBMERGED OBJECT AND SANK WITHIN 45 MINUTES. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the LOUISON BOBET wreck located?

The LOUISON BOBET wreck is located at coordinates 49 58.627 N,6 11.395 W.

How deep is the LOUISON BOBET and where exactly is it located?

The LOUISON BOBET lies at a depth of about 69.5 meters and is located at coordinates 49 58.627 N,6 11.395 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOUISON BOBET?

The seabed around the LOUISON BOBET lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the LOUISON BOBET sink?

The LOUISON BOBET sank on Aug 4, 1965.

When was the wreck of the LOUISON BOBET discovered?

The wreck of the LOUISON BOBET was discovered in 1965.

What country did the LOUISON BOBET belong to?

The LOUISON BOBET belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the LOUISON BOBET?

The LOUISON BOBET had a tonnage of 8 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOUISON BOBET?

The LOUISON BOBET is classified as a fishing vessel.