Saltskar (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Saltskar (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 25.765 N,18 57.393 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.429417
  • Longitude: 18.956550
Wreck Depth 12 m
Water Depth 18 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name SALTSKAR (PROBABLY)
Type trawler
Flag SE
Length 33.5 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 178
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 25, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 2025
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 27, 2025

Surveying Details

26.1.88 CAPSIZED & SANK ABOUT 1.5M S OF OSTERGARN, OFF E COAST OF GOTLAND. (LL, 26.1.88). H2120/86 22.2.88 FISHING BOAT REPORTED SUNK IN 572600N, 185648E APPROX. MARKED TEMPORARILY. (SWEDISH TNM 236/88). H2120/86 17.5.88 WK, LEAST DEPTH 12MTRS, IN 572548N, 185736E [STO]. (SWEDISH NM 644/88). BR STD. 14.6.05 [WGD] POSN: 5725.774N, 1857.391E. NE 2288.

Circumstances of loss

26.1.88 CAPSIZED AND SANK OFF E COAST OF GOTLAND. ALL 7 CREW RESCUED. (LL, 26.1.88).

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FAQ

Where is the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 57 25.765 N,18 57.393 E.

How deep is the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 12 meters and is located at coordinates 57 25.765 N,18 57.393 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 18 meters deep.

When did the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) sink?

The SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) sank on Jan 25, 1988.

When was the wreck of the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1988.

What country did the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) belong to?

The SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) belonged to SE.

What was the tonnage of the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY)?

The SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 178 tons.

What type of wreck is the SALTSKAR (PROBABLY)?

The SALTSKAR (PROBABLY) is classified as a trawler.

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