Arnthor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Arnthor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		64 0 N,15 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 64.000000
  • Longitude: -15.000000
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ARNTHOR
Type fishing vessel
Flag IS
Length 32 m
Width 6.7 m
Tonnage 155
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 12, 1989
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1989
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2007

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck ARNTHOR is located off the southeast coast of Iceland at coordinates 64 0 N, 15 0 W. This underwater obstruction, identified in UK Hydrographic Office records as sinking 10 meters off the southeast Icelandic coastline, is not currently depicted on Icelandic nautical charts 81 or 71. The site remains a point of interest for maritime charting and hydrographic documentation regarding this specific submerged wreck.

Surveying Details

HH111/350/01 11.1.90 SANK 10M OFF SE COAST OF ICELAND. (LLOYDS VOL.278). NCA, POSN 640000N, 150000W FOR FILING ONLY. 26.11.07 NOT SHOWN ON ICELANDIC 81 [INT 1102] [JUN '04 EDN, 1:300,000, ADOPTED AS BA 2902], OR ICELANDIC 71 [INT 1101] [MAY '07 EDN, 1:300,000, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NC 2901.

Circumstances of loss

DEVELOPED A LEAK WHILE FISHING. TOOK ON LIST AND SANK. (LLOYDS VOL.278)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 64 0 N,15 0 W
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FAQ

Where is the ARNTHOR wreck located?

The ARNTHOR wreck is located at coordinates 64 0 N,15 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARNTHOR?

The seabed around the ARNTHOR lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the ARNTHOR sink?

The ARNTHOR sank on Oct 12, 1989.

When was the wreck of the ARNTHOR discovered?

The wreck of the ARNTHOR was discovered in 1989.

What country did the ARNTHOR belong to?

The ARNTHOR belonged to IS.

What was the tonnage of the ARNTHOR?

The ARNTHOR had a tonnage of 155 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARNTHOR?

The ARNTHOR is classified as a fishing vessel.

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