Wanderer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Wanderer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 24.048 N,6 16.443 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.400800
  • Longitude: -6.274050
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WANDERER
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 8.8 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1992
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH272/520/01 16.7.92 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 562403.5N, 061623W [OGB]. (OBAN MRSC 3.7.92). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 11.3.13 NOT LOCATED 2.2012 USING M/B. AN AREA OF ROCKY OUTCROPS WITH SAND BETWEEN. (NETSURVEY, HI 1298). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

3.7.92 OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY DOUGLAS COWE, TORLOISK, MULL. ENGINE COMPARTMENT FLOODED. ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK. CREW OF TWO RECOVERED. (OBAN MRSC 3.7.92).

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FAQ

Where is the WANDERER wreck located?

The WANDERER wreck is located at coordinates 56 24.048 N,6 16.443 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WANDERER?

The seabed around the WANDERER lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the WANDERER discovered?

The wreck of the WANDERER was discovered in 1992.

What country did the WANDERER belong to?

The WANDERER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the WANDERER?

The WANDERER is classified as a fishing vessel.

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