Roland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Roland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 58.036 N,4 51.813 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.967267
  • Longitude: -4.863550
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROLAND
Type yacht
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 27, 1984
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4287/77 4.9.84 H4287/77 4.9.84 SANK IN POSN 126DEGS, 8.1M FROM MANACLES BUOY IN 495800N, 045145W [OGB] USING DECCA. (FALMOUTH MRCC SIG DTD 27.8.84). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH091/059/01 1.4.05 HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2005

Circumstances of loss

REPD TAKING IN WATER QUICKLY. SANK. (FALMOUTH MRCC).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 58.036 N,4 51.813 W
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FAQ

Where is the ROLAND wreck located?

The ROLAND wreck is located at coordinates 49 58.036 N,4 51.813 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROLAND?

The seabed around the ROLAND lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the ROLAND sink?

The ROLAND sank on Aug 27, 1984.

When was the wreck of the ROLAND discovered?

The wreck of the ROLAND was discovered in 1984.

What country did the ROLAND belong to?

The ROLAND belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the ROLAND?

The ROLAND is classified as a yacht.