Angol Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Angol Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 20.36 N,1 40.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.339333
  • Longitude: 1.681667
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANGOL
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 18.3 m
Tonnage 50
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 12, 1979
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H4271/71 27.3.79 H4271/71 27.3.79 SANK IN 552024N, 014100E. (LL 14.3.79) H3227/78 28.3.79 H3227/78 28.3.79 CREW PICKED UP BY FV MARTINIQUE & HMS HERMES. (TLX DTD 12.3.79 AND HMS HERMES, SIGNAL DTD 12.3.79). INS AS USC 35MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jul 9, 1979

Circumstances of loss

TOOK ON WATER IN GALE FORCE WINDS & EVENTUALLY SANK.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 20.36 N,1 40.9 E
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FAQ

Where is the ANGOL wreck located?

The ANGOL wreck is located at coordinates 55 20.36 N,1 40.9 E.

How deep is the ANGOL and where exactly is it located?

The ANGOL lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 55 20.36 N,1 40.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ANGOL?

The seabed around the ANGOL lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the ANGOL sink?

The ANGOL sank on Mar 12, 1979.

When was the wreck of the ANGOL discovered?

The wreck of the ANGOL was discovered in 1979.

What country did the ANGOL belong to?

The ANGOL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ANGOL?

The ANGOL had a tonnage of 50 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANGOL?

The ANGOL is classified as a fishing vessel.

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