Pelagus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Pelagus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		63 26 N,20 14 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 63.433333
  • Longitude: -20.233333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name PELAGUS
Type trawler
Flag BE
Tonnage 218
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4640/74 10.2.81 H4640/74 10.2.81 VESSEL STRANDED IN 632600N, 201400W APPROX. LIES ON STBD SIDE WITH KEEL TOWARDS SHORE. (LLOYDS 22,23,25.1.82) - NCA YET.
Last Amended Date May 9, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL STRANDED ON ROCKS ON E COAST OF VESTMANN ISLANDS FOLLOWING ENGINE TROUBLE AND BROKEN TOW-LINE.

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FAQ

Where is the PELAGUS wreck located?

The PELAGUS wreck is located at coordinates 63 26 N,20 14 W.

When did the PELAGUS sink?

The PELAGUS sank on Jan 21, 1982.

When was the wreck of the PELAGUS discovered?

The wreck of the PELAGUS was discovered in 1982.

What country did the PELAGUS belong to?

The PELAGUS belonged to BE.

What was the tonnage of the PELAGUS?

The PELAGUS had a tonnage of 218 tons.

What type of wreck is the PELAGUS?

The PELAGUS is classified as a trawler.

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