Wrestler (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Wrestler (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 9.685 N,1 9.133 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.161417
  • Longitude: -1.152217
Wreck Depth 11.3 m
Water Depth 13 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WRESTLER (PROBABLY)
Flag GB
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source other
Surveying Details HH6465/16 31.10.16 WK 2.75FMS IN 600945N, 010900W. (SENIOR NAVAL OFFICER, LERWICK). - NM 1211/16. HH4541/21 23.7.21 SOUNDINGS SHOW WK HAS BEEN DISPERSED. (HMS BEAUFORT). DELETED. - NM 1684/21. HH3050/72 21.5.80 NOT LOCATED DURING INITIAL SOUNDING. (HMS HECLA, HI 32/79). HH3050/72 16.9.80 LOCATED 30.5.80 IN 600943N, 010901W [OGB] USING TRISPONDER [2 LOP]. LEAST ES DEPTH 12.3 IN GEN DEPTH 11-13MTRS. EXAMINED BY DIVERS ON 19.6.80 & FOUND TO BE REMAINS OF OLD STEAM ENGINE. DCS3 TRACE SHOWS WK TO BE DISPERSED. (HMS HECLA, HI 32/79). BR STD. HH270/400/01 21.1.91 WK 11.3MTRS SHOWN IN 600943N, 010901W ON 'MARKED-UP' COPY OF 3290 FROM LERWICK HR TRUST. LAND & MARINE SURVEY OF 1986 ALSO SHOWS 11.3MTRS IN SAME POSN. NE 3290. HH270/400/10 26.3.01 NOT LOCATED BY ES SEARCH OR DIVER. (LERWICK PORT AUTHORITY, LTR DTD 21.3.01). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 1736/01.
Last Amended Date Mar 26, 2001

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SANK AT MOORINGS. WOODEN CONSTRUCTION. (SIBI).

General Comments

DISPERSED

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FAQ

Where is the WRESTLER (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The WRESTLER (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 60 9.685 N,1 9.133 W.

How deep is the WRESTLER (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The WRESTLER (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 11.3 meters and is located at coordinates 60 9.685 N,1 9.133 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WRESTLER (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the WRESTLER (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 13 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the WRESTLER (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the WRESTLER (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1916.

What country did the WRESTLER (PROBABLY) belong to?

The WRESTLER (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the WRESTLER (PROBABLY) carrying?

The WRESTLER (PROBABLY) was carrying coal.

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