Solo (Gy 432) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Solo (gy 432) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 18.76 N,4 13.71 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.312667
  • Longitude: 4.228500
Wreck Depth 45 m
Water Depth 67 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name SOLO (GY 432)
Type Wooden Vessel
Flag GB
Length 15.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 24, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2062/71 26.9.79 SANK IN 561848N, 041348E, FIXED BY DECCA. (HUMBER RO 240249Z DTD SEPT'79 , & LL 25.9.79) CHART AS WK USC PA 45MTRS. SEP 2013/000016354 8.3.13 NOT SHOWN ON NO2A0404 [EDN 2.0].
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2021

Circumstances of loss

25.9.79 VESSEL SANK AFTER TAKING ON WATER, & PUMP BEING UNABLE TO COPE. ADDITIONAL PUMP SUPPLIED BY EKOFISK FIELD FAILED. (LL, 25.9.79).

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FAQ

Where is the SOLO (GY 432) wreck located?

The SOLO (GY 432) wreck is located at coordinates 56 18.76 N,4 13.71 E.

How deep is the SOLO (GY 432) and where exactly is it located?

The SOLO (GY 432) lies at a depth of about 45 meters and is located at coordinates 56 18.76 N,4 13.71 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SOLO (GY 432)?

The seabed around the SOLO (GY 432) lies at approximately 67 meters deep.

When did the SOLO (GY 432) sink?

The SOLO (GY 432) sank on Sep 24, 1979.

When was the wreck of the SOLO (GY 432) discovered?

The wreck of the SOLO (GY 432) was discovered in 1979.

What country did the SOLO (GY 432) belong to?

The SOLO (GY 432) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SOLO (GY 432)?

The SOLO (GY 432) is classified as a wooden vessel.