Rossekop Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Rossekop ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 4.58 N,4 12.969 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.076333
  • Longitude: -4.216150
Water Depth -4 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROSSEKOP II
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 22.9 m
Tonnage 68
Tonnage Type net
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 4, 1972
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.11.72 SUNK AT AIRY POINT, RIVER TAW ESTUARY. (LLOYDS VOL.210). NCA. POSN 510433N, 041254W FOR FILING ONLY. HH091/158/01 29.6.09 NOT IN SURVEY AREA. INSHORE OF COVER. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1158). NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 1, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SUNK AT AIRY POINT, RIVER TAW ESTUARY, ON PASSAGE FROM GIBRALTAR TO SHARPNESS. (LLOYDS VOL.210). VESSEL, WAS A CONVERTED MFV. LOOTERS STOLE EQUIPMENT AND PERSONAL POSSESSIONS FROM WK. TONNAGE GIVEN AS 114NET. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY B CARTER. (SHIPWRECK INDEX OF BRITISH ISLES)

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FAQ

Where is the ROSSEKOP II wreck located?

The ROSSEKOP II wreck is located at coordinates 51 4.58 N,4 12.969 W.

When did the ROSSEKOP II sink?

The ROSSEKOP II sank on Nov 4, 1972.

When was the wreck of the ROSSEKOP II discovered?

The wreck of the ROSSEKOP II was discovered in 1972.

What country did the ROSSEKOP II belong to?

The ROSSEKOP II belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ROSSEKOP II?

The ROSSEKOP II had a tonnage of 68 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROSSEKOP II?

The ROSSEKOP II is classified as a yacht.

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