Perkina Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Perkina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 32.083 N,4 9.149 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.534717
  • Longitude: -4.152483
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PERKINA
Type sailing vessel
Flag NO
Length 11.6 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1976
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4257/74 21.7.76 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 350DEG, 1M FROM ALTURLIE POINT. (DAFS LIST 0D(76)27-28/7/76). POSN 573206N, 040904W. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 23, 2020

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING AN EXPLOSION, CAUSE NOT KNOWN. PASSAGE CALEDONIAN CANAL FOR NORWAY. CREW OF TWO RECOVERED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the PERKINA wreck located?

The PERKINA wreck is located at coordinates 57 32.083 N,4 9.149 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PERKINA?

The seabed around the PERKINA lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the PERKINA sink?

The PERKINA sank on Jul 3, 1976.

When was the wreck of the PERKINA discovered?

The wreck of the PERKINA was discovered in 1976.

What country did the PERKINA belong to?

The PERKINA belonged to NO.

What type of wreck is the PERKINA?

The PERKINA is classified as a sailing vessel.