Rotche Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rotche Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 57.519 N,5 55.065 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.958650
  • Longitude: -5.917750
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROTCHE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 40
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 8, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Surveying Details H2894/72 7.9.77 SANK IN 565732N, 055500W. (TELECON RNW). INS AS NDWPA. BR STD. SEP 2020/000229367 4.12.20 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY (2020) (MERITAITO, HI1568). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2020

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH MFV STROMA 4M SW OF MALLAIG. BOTH CREWS HAD BEEN DRINKING LATE INTO THE EVENING. ONE MAN LOST.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the ROTCHE wreck located?

The ROTCHE wreck is located at coordinates 56 57.519 N,5 55.065 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROTCHE?

The seabed around the ROTCHE lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the ROTCHE sink?

The ROTCHE sank on Jul 8, 1977.

When was the wreck of the ROTCHE discovered?

The wreck of the ROTCHE was discovered in 1977.

What country did the ROTCHE belong to?

The ROTCHE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ROTCHE?

The ROTCHE had a tonnage of 40 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROTCHE?

The ROTCHE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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