Polarfangst Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Polarfangst Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		70 0 N,15 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 70.000000
  • Longitude: -15.000000
Water Depth 600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name POLARFANGST
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Length 34.1 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 204
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 16, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 24.4.80 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 180M N OF ICELAND. (LL, 24.4.80). FILING POSN 700000N, 150000W. NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 17, 2005

Circumstances of loss

SPRANG A LEAK AND SANK 180M N OF ICELAND. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the POLARFANGST wreck located?

The POLARFANGST wreck is located at coordinates 70 0 N,15 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the POLARFANGST?

The seabed around the POLARFANGST lies at approximately 600 meters deep.

When did the POLARFANGST sink?

The POLARFANGST sank on Apr 16, 1980.

When was the wreck of the POLARFANGST discovered?

The wreck of the POLARFANGST was discovered in 1980.

What country did the POLARFANGST belong to?

The POLARFANGST belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the POLARFANGST?

The POLARFANGST had a tonnage of 204 tons.

What type of wreck is the POLARFANGST?

The POLARFANGST is classified as a fishing vessel.

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