Mfv 9 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mfv 9 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 35.134 N,2 35.478 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.585567
  • Longitude: -2.591300
Wreck Depth 18 m
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MFV 9
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 50
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 10, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Mar 14, 1985

Surveying Details

H3950/70 26.11.71 NDW IN 503506N, 023524W. (FOST 11.11.71). NC 2615 & NC 3315. 16.1.73 NOW CHARTED AS USC 18MTRS WITH R AND Y CAN BUOY TARGET CLOSE W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 3315. H2923/83 3.1.85 NOTHING FOUND DURING DCS3 & E/S SEARCH. (GARDLINE SURVEYS, HI 202). DELETE. - NM 232/85. HH091/154/01 31.12.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1154). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

11.11.71 SUNK WHILST IN USE AS A TARGET. (FOST 11.11.71).

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FAQ

Where is the MFV 9 wreck located?

The MFV 9 wreck is located at coordinates 50 35.134 N,2 35.478 W.

How deep is the MFV 9 and where exactly is it located?

The MFV 9 lies at a depth of about 18 meters and is located at coordinates 50 35.134 N,2 35.478 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MFV 9?

The seabed around the MFV 9 lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the MFV 9 sink?

The MFV 9 sank on Nov 10, 1971.

When was the wreck of the MFV 9 discovered?

The wreck of the MFV 9 was discovered in 1971.

What country did the MFV 9 belong to?

The MFV 9 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MFV 9?

The MFV 9 had a tonnage of 50 tons.

What type of wreck is the MFV 9?

The MFV 9 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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