Afton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Afton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 6.01 N,4 35.07 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.100167
  • Longitude: -4.584500
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AFTON
Tonnage 287
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 18, 1896
Original Detection Year 1896
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN APPROX 540600N, 043500W. (LLOYDS). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY. 14.6.99 14.6.99 AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. SEE [5300].
Last Amended Date Jun 14, 1999

Circumstances of loss

12.12.69 12.12.69 FOUNDERED AT 10 AM ON OCTOBER 18TH 1896, 1 MILE FROM ST ANNS CHURCH, EN ROUTE TO AYR WITH CARGO OF LIMESTONE. BUILT 1877. (LLOYDS).

General Comments

SEE [5300]

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 54 6.01 N,4 35.07 W
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FAQ

Where is the AFTON wreck located?

The AFTON wreck is located at coordinates 54 6.01 N,4 35.07 W.

When did the AFTON sink?

The AFTON sank on Oct 18, 1896.

When was the wreck of the AFTON discovered?

The wreck of the AFTON was discovered in 1896.

What cargo was the AFTON carrying?

The AFTON was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the AFTON?

The AFTON had a tonnage of 287 tons.

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