Ocean Hunter Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ocean hunter Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 36.187 N,7 41.649 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.603117
  • Longitude: -7.694150
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 97 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN HUNTER
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 21 m
Tonnage 49
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 1, 1982
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Feb 14, 2005

Surveying Details

H4458/80 11.6.82 H4458/80 11.6.82 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 563612N, 074136W. (OBAN MRSC TLX, 11.6.82). SUBNAVLANT 009/82 ISSUED. INS AS WK USC PA. (TONNAGE KNOWN). BR STD. H2352/84 13.1.86 H2352/84 13.1.86 NOT FOUND DURING BASIC E/S & SONAR SEARCH. (GARDLINE SURVEY, HI 262A). DELETE. BR STD. AMENDED TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

3.6.82 REPD TAKING IN WATER. LATER SANK WHILE IN TOW OF FISHERY PATROL VESSEL WESTRA. CREW RECOVERED BY MFV MARELANN. (LL, 3.6.82).

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN HUNTER wreck located?

The OCEAN HUNTER wreck is located at coordinates 56 36.187 N,7 41.649 W.

How deep is the OCEAN HUNTER and where exactly is it located?

The OCEAN HUNTER lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 56 36.187 N,7 41.649 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN HUNTER?

The seabed around the OCEAN HUNTER lies at approximately 97 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN HUNTER sink?

The OCEAN HUNTER sank on Jun 1, 1982.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN HUNTER discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN HUNTER was discovered in 1982.

What country did the OCEAN HUNTER belong to?

The OCEAN HUNTER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN HUNTER?

The OCEAN HUNTER had a tonnage of 49 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN HUNTER?

The OCEAN HUNTER is classified as a fishing vessel.

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