Sagittarius Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sagittarius Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 49.9 N,5 48.104 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.831667
  • Longitude: -5.801733
Water Depth 210 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAGITTARIUS
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 7.6 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 17, 2002
Original Detection Year 2002
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH272/430/003 17.9.02 SANK IN 5549.900N, 0548.104W [WGD]. (MRCC CLYDE, FAX DTD 17.9.02). TOO DEEP TO CHART. NCA. 26.4.13 NOT LOCATED 29.9.12 USING M/B. TOO SMALL TO DETECT IN THIS DEPTH. (NETSURVEY, HI 1371). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW BY MFV SUNDOWN. NO CREW ON BOARD.

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FAQ

Where is the SAGITTARIUS wreck located?

The SAGITTARIUS wreck is located at coordinates 55 49.9 N,5 48.104 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAGITTARIUS?

The seabed around the SAGITTARIUS lies at approximately 210 meters deep.

When did the SAGITTARIUS sink?

The SAGITTARIUS sank on Sep 17, 2002.

When was the wreck of the SAGITTARIUS discovered?

The wreck of the SAGITTARIUS was discovered in 2002.

What country did the SAGITTARIUS belong to?

The SAGITTARIUS belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SAGITTARIUS?

The SAGITTARIUS is classified as a sailing vessel.

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