Mantick Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Mantick Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		4 35.673 N,114 10.885 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 4.594550
  • Longitude: 114.181417
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MANTICK
Type lighter
Length 21.3 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 2.4
Orientation 45
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 11, 1968
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jan 14, 2008

Surveying Details

H901/56 23.10.68 H901/56 23.10.68 DW IN POSN 043543.4N 1141042.3E, HEADING SW, SANK IN 6 FT OF WATER ON HARD SAND BAR AT BREAKER LINE, S SIDE OF CHANNEL. SALVAGE ATTEMPTS ABANDONED 19.10.68 DUE TO RAPID SAND ACCRETION & BAD WEATHER. (LL). BELIEVED WILL SOON DISAPPEAR IN SAND. NCA. 4.5.79 4.5.79 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 1496.

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FAQ

Where is the MANTICK wreck located?

The MANTICK wreck is located at coordinates 4 35.673 N,114 10.885 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MANTICK?

The seabed around the MANTICK lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the MANTICK sink?

The MANTICK sank on Jan 11, 1968.

When was the wreck of the MANTICK discovered?

The wreck of the MANTICK was discovered in 1969.

What cargo was the MANTICK carrying?

The MANTICK was carrying stone.

What type of wreck is the MANTICK?

The MANTICK is classified as a lighter.

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