Viggen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Viggen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 54.4 N,10 43.8 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.906667
  • Longitude: 10.730000
Water Depth 24 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIGGEN
Type hydrofoil
Flag SE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 30, 1975
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Sep 8, 2016

Surveying Details

19.1.76 SANK AT DALARO QUAY, OSLO. (LL 223). POSN 595424N, 104348E FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2016/000147922 8.9.16 NOT SHOWN ON NO4D0921. (EDN 29.0, DTD 2.6.16). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SANK AT DALARO QUAY, OSLO, AFTER SUSTAINING DAMAGE WHEN SHE RAN AGROUND. (LLOYDS VOL.223).

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FAQ

Where is the VIGGEN wreck located?

The VIGGEN wreck is located at coordinates 59 54.4 N,10 43.8 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VIGGEN?

The seabed around the VIGGEN lies at approximately 24 meters deep.

When did the VIGGEN sink?

The VIGGEN sank on Nov 30, 1975.

When was the wreck of the VIGGEN discovered?

The wreck of the VIGGEN was discovered in 1976.

What country did the VIGGEN belong to?

The VIGGEN belonged to SE.

What type of wreck is the VIGGEN?

The VIGGEN is classified as a hydrofoil.

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