Mallard Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mallard Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 27.09 N,5 25.868 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.451500
  • Longitude: -5.431133
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MALLARD
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 5.5 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 14, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H1270/74 28.1.75 SUNK IN DUNSTAFFNAGE BAY 110YDS OFF SOUTH COAST OFF FISH RAFTS. (RECEIVER OF WKS, OBAN 15.1.75). POSN 5627.100N, 0525.800W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. 24.9.12 NOT LOCATED. NOT IN NAVIGABLE AREA. (NETSURVEY, HI 1373). LISTED POSN NOW LIES WITHIN MARINA PONTOONS & SURVEYED AREA EXTENDS TO NW LIMIT OF PONOONS. ASSUMED WK PREVOUSLY LIFTED. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 24, 2012

Circumstances of loss

SUNK AS DERELICT.

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FAQ

Where is the MALLARD wreck located?

The MALLARD wreck is located at coordinates 56 27.09 N,5 25.868 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MALLARD?

The seabed around the MALLARD lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the MALLARD sink?

The MALLARD sank on Jan 14, 1975.

When was the wreck of the MALLARD discovered?

The wreck of the MALLARD was discovered in 1975.

What country did the MALLARD belong to?

The MALLARD belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MALLARD?

The MALLARD is classified as a sailing vessel.