Marianne Toft (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Marianne toft (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 13.308 N,5 2.367 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.221800
  • Longitude: -5.039450
Wreck Depth 109 m
Water Depth 116 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 86.6 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 5.5
Shadow Height 6.3
Tonnage 2302
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 12, 1945
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source fishing vessel
Last Amended Date Jun 29, 1999

Surveying Details

[NO DATE] SANK ABOUT 9M N OF CHICKEN ROCK. (DODS). 23.4.69 23.4.69 NDW IN 40FMS. POSN BY DECCA. (MANIERES BOOK P.28). NCA. H151/45 24.6.69 H151/45 24.6.69 MFV OLIVELEAF (D14) WAS LOST CLOSE TO THIS POSN ON 16.3.50. NCA. H2112/75 4.2.75 H2112/75 4.2.75 LOCATED IN 541318N, 0050218W [OGB] USING HIFIX/3 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 111.8MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 116MTRS. DCS3 HT 6.3MTRS. SEABED SOFT GREY MUD. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 51/74). INS AS WK 109MTRS. - NM 395/75.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1930 BY SIR J.PRIESTMAN & CO. WITH TRIPLE- EXPANSION ENGINES OF 198NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A/S JUTLANDIA (JENS TOFT). SUNK IN COLLISION WITH SS CORNELIUS FORD WHILE ON PASSAGE OXELSUND, SWEDEN, FOR BARROW. 10 CREW MISSING. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 54 13.308 N,5 2.367 W.

How deep is the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 109 meters and is located at coordinates 54 13.308 N,5 2.367 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 116 meters deep.

When did the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 12, 1945.

When was the wreck of the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1969.

What country did the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) belonged to DK.

What cargo was the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY)?

The MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2302 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY)?

The MARIANNE TOFT (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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