Ross Puma Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Ross puma Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 48.808 N,3 20.459 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.813467
  • Longitude: -3.340983
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROSS PUMA
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 57.3 m
Width 10.4 m
Tonnage 352
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3402/59 25.4.68 TRAWLER AGROUND IN 584850N, 032022W. POSN VERY EXPOSED. (LL). INS AS ST. BR STD. H2925/83 21.1.85 LIES JUST OUTSIDE SURVEYED AREA. PRESUME THAT IF THERE ARE REMAINS THEY ARE NOT EASILY SEEN. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 204). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 26, 2020

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND NEAR LITTLE RACK WICK, HOY.

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FAQ

Where is the ROSS PUMA wreck located?

The ROSS PUMA wreck is located at coordinates 58 48.808 N,3 20.459 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROSS PUMA?

The seabed around the ROSS PUMA lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the ROSS PUMA sink?

The ROSS PUMA sank on Apr 1, 1968.

When was the wreck of the ROSS PUMA discovered?

The wreck of the ROSS PUMA was discovered in 1968.

What country did the ROSS PUMA belong to?

The ROSS PUMA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ROSS PUMA?

The ROSS PUMA had a tonnage of 352 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROSS PUMA?

The ROSS PUMA is classified as a trawler.

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