Saxon Steel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Saxon steel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
45 19 N,8 32 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 45.316667
  • Longitude: -8.533333
Water Depth 4700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAXON STEEL
Type yacht
Flag GB
Length 12.2 m
Tonnage 15
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 30.9.76 30.9.76 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN 451900N, 083200W APPROX. (LL 30.9.76). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL REPORTEDLY ON FIRE, MAYDAY RECEIVED, CREW RESCUED BY SPANISH TRAWLER. VESSEL LATER SANK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 45 19 N,8 32 W
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FAQ

Where is the SAXON STEEL wreck located?

The SAXON STEEL wreck is located at coordinates 45 19 N,8 32 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAXON STEEL?

The seabed around the SAXON STEEL lies at approximately 4700 meters deep.

When did the SAXON STEEL sink?

The SAXON STEEL sank on Sep 28, 1976.

When was the wreck of the SAXON STEEL discovered?

The wreck of the SAXON STEEL was discovered in 1976.

What country did the SAXON STEEL belong to?

The SAXON STEEL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SAXON STEEL?

The SAXON STEEL had a tonnage of 15 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAXON STEEL?

The SAXON STEEL is classified as a yacht.