Rubens Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rubens Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		64 6 N,13 3 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 64.100000
  • Longitude: -13.050000
Water Depth 200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name RUBENS
Type trawler
Flag BE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1961
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Last Amended Date Sep 4, 2009

Surveying Details

H5128/60 19.10.61 THE VESSEL WAS IN COLLISION WITH THE BRITISH TRAWLER 'ST APOLLO'. (HMS DEFENDER, HN). NCA. 6.5.65 WK OR OBSTN (127) SHOWN IN 640600N, 130300W APPROX ON KINGFISHER CHART KW 164-4 [MAY '65 EDN]. NCA. 26.11.07 NOT SHOWN ON ICELANDIC 71 [INT 1101] [MAY '07 EDN, 1:300,000, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NC 2901.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL WAS IN COLLISION WITH THE BRITISH TRAWLER 'ST APOLLO'. (HMS DEFENDER)

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FAQ

Where is the RUBENS wreck located?

The RUBENS wreck is located at coordinates 64 6 N,13 3 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RUBENS?

The seabed around the RUBENS lies at approximately 200 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the RUBENS discovered?

The wreck of the RUBENS was discovered in 1961.

What country did the RUBENS belong to?

The RUBENS belonged to BE.

What type of wreck is the RUBENS?

The RUBENS is classified as a trawler.

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