Tiger Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Tiger Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 27.17 N,3 30.6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.452833
  • Longitude: -3.510000
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TIGER
Type speed boat
Flag GB
Length 6.7 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 28, 2002
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 2002
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH232/510/06 3.5.02 HH232/510/06 3.5.02 SANK IN 5027.170N, 0330.600W [WGD]. (MRSC BRIXHAM, TELEX DTD 28.4.02). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 11.4.11 SEP 2011/000072617 11.4.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (MMT, HI 1357). DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

GRP SPEEDBOAT WITH 5.7 LITRE INBOARD ENGINE. TOOK SEVERAL WAVES OVER THE BOWS, FILLED FWD, CAPSIZED AND SANK. CREW OF 2 RECOVERED. (MRSC BRIXHAM)

General Comments

GRP HULL, INBOARD ENGINE

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 27.17 N,3 30.6 W
Tiger on Wreck Map Tiger Wreck on Google Map

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the TIGER wreck located?

The TIGER wreck is located at coordinates 50 27.17 N,3 30.6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TIGER?

The seabed around the TIGER lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When did the TIGER sink?

The TIGER sank on Apr 28, 2002.

When was the wreck of the TIGER discovered?

The wreck of the TIGER was discovered in 2002.

What country did the TIGER belong to?

The TIGER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the TIGER?

The TIGER is classified as a speed boat.