Sontiire Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sontiire Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 49.512 N,3 42.176 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.825200
  • Longitude: -3.702933
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SONTIIRE
Type cruiser (merchant)
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 10, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source other
Surveying Details 21.7.82 21.7.82 FOUND IN SINKING CONDITION 257DEG 11MILES FROM MORECAMBE BUOY. 2 SURVIVORS RESCUED. IN GEN DEPTH 33MTRS. NCA. HH090/705/01 6.6.97 HH090/705/01 6.6.97 NOT LOCATED. DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 705). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Dec 6, 2001

Circumstances of loss

ON PASSAGE HESKETH TO DOUGLAS IOM.

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FAQ

Where is the SONTIIRE wreck located?

The SONTIIRE wreck is located at coordinates 53 49.512 N,3 42.176 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SONTIIRE?

The seabed around the SONTIIRE lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the SONTIIRE sink?

The SONTIIRE sank on Jul 10, 1982.

When was the wreck of the SONTIIRE discovered?

The wreck of the SONTIIRE was discovered in 1982.

What type of wreck is the SONTIIRE?

The SONTIIRE is classified as a cruiser (merchant).