Prince Igor (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Prince igor (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
51 42.544 N,1 24.267 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 51.709067
- Longitude: 1.404450
|
| Wreck Depth |
11.9 m
|
| Water Depth |
14 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
18.3 m |
| Shadow Height |
2 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Aug 28, 1978
|
| Scour Dimensions |
,,001.5, |
| Original Detection Year |
1978 |
| Last Detection Year |
2012 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 13, 2025 |
Surveying Details
H3921/73 26.9.78 REPD LYING ON SIDE WITH SEAS BREAKING OVER IN 514230N, 012500E, APPROX. (LL 29.8.78). PLOTS ON LITTLE SUNK SAND AND WILL ALMOST CERTAINLY BREAK UP. NCA. H1936/78 6.4.81 NOT LOCATED DURING BASIC E/S SEARCH - OPEN SPACING. (HMS EGERIA, HI 60B/80). H2044/81 18.1.83 SMALL WK EXAM'D 27.10.82 IN 514230N, 012423E [OGB] USING HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 10.2 IN GEN DEPTH 13MTRS. SCOUR 2.0MTRS. DCS3 HT 3.0MTRS, LENGTH APPROX 30MTRS. LYING NW/SE. (SOISS, HI 80). BR STD. HH090/628/01 1.7.94 EXAM'D 21.5.94 IN 514230N, 012422E [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 12.6 IN GEN DEPTH 13MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 14.5MTRS. NO DCS3 HT. PARTIALLY BURIED WITH ONLY ONE ON TOP. (NP1016, HI 628). NCA. 8.3.13 EXAM'D 27.11.12 IN 5142.508N, 0124.148E [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 11.95 IN GEN DEPTH 14MTRS. NO SCOUR. HT 2MTRS. LIES 040/220 DEGS. MODERATE MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (NETSURVEY, HI 1398). AMEND WK 11.9MTRS IN REVISED POSN. RSDRA2024000289545 29.10.24 WK SEEN IN M/B DATASET 2024, LOCATED IN 5142.544N, 0124.267E [WGD], 150MTRS TO THE NE. DEEPER THAN CHARTED. (HI1863, CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, RoS annex F). RETAIN 11.9MTRS ABOVE IN REVISED POSN.
Circumstances of loss
FOUNDERED. CREW OF 5 RESCUED BY HELICOPTER.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
51 42.544 N,1 24.267 E
Prince Igor (Probably) on Wreck Map
Prince Igor (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 42.544 N,1 24.267 E.
How deep is the PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 11.9 meters and is located at coordinates 51 42.544 N,1 24.267 E.
How deep is the seabed around the PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 14 meters deep.
When did the PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) sink?
The PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) sank on Aug 28, 1978.
When was the wreck of the PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1978.
What country did the PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) belong to?
The PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.
What type of wreck is the PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY)?
The PRINCE IGOR (PROBABLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.