Pathfinder Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Pathfinder Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 45.124 N,0 57.733 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.752067
  • Longitude: -0.962217
Wreck Depth 41 m
Water Depth 49 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PATHFINDER
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 19.8 m
Width 6.4 m
Sonar Length 24
Sonar Width 7
Shadow Height 8
Orientation 42
Tonnage 44
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 6, 1978
Scour Dimensions ,,001.0,
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Mar 7, 2002

Surveying Details

H5084/77 11.12.78 H5084/77 11.12.78 SANK 064 DEG, 7.2 MILES FROM HARTLEPOOL HUEGH LT, IN APPROX 48MTRS. (MRSC TEES, TLX DTD 6.12.78). INS AS USCPA 35MTRS IN 544509N, 005928W. BR STD. 22.1.79 22.1.79 REPD SANK 052 DEG, 6.2 MILES FROM TEES FAIRWAY BUOY IN 180FT OF WATER AND TO LIE APPROX 3 CABLES S OF EKOFISK PIPE LINE, IN 544447N, 005745 PA. NCA YET. H6331/87 2.2.89 H6331/87 2.2.89 EXAM'D 2.8.88 IN 544507N, 005738W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 43 IN GEN DEPTH 49MTRS. SCOUR 1MTR DEEP. DCS3 HT 8MTRS (PROBABLY FISH), LENGTH 25MTRS, BREADTH 7MTRS. LIES 042/222 DEG, APPARENTLY INTACT AND UPRIGHT WITH BOW SW. CHART AS WK 41MTRS. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

ABANDONED BY CREW AFTER SENDING REQUEST FOR IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE. LATER SANK.

General Comments

INTACT & UPRIGHT, BOW SW

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 45.124 N,0 57.733 W
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FAQ

Where is the PATHFINDER wreck located?

The PATHFINDER wreck is located at coordinates 54 45.124 N,0 57.733 W.

How deep is the PATHFINDER and where exactly is it located?

The PATHFINDER lies at a depth of about 41 meters and is located at coordinates 54 45.124 N,0 57.733 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PATHFINDER?

The seabed around the PATHFINDER lies at approximately 49 meters deep.

When did the PATHFINDER sink?

The PATHFINDER sank on Dec 6, 1978.

When was the wreck of the PATHFINDER discovered?

The wreck of the PATHFINDER was discovered in 1978.

What country did the PATHFINDER belong to?

The PATHFINDER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PATHFINDER?

The PATHFINDER had a tonnage of 44 tons.

What type of wreck is the PATHFINDER?

The PATHFINDER is classified as a fishing vessel.

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