Ascania Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ascania Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 2.043 N,0 26.383 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.034050
  • Longitude: -0.439717
Wreck Depth 95 m
Water Depth 111 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASCANIA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 22.8 m
Width 6.5 m
Draught 2.3
Tonnage 49
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 13, 1999
Original Detection Year 1999
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH260/400/04 17.3.99 HH260/400/04 17.3.99 SANK IN 5802.083N, 0026.283W [EUR]. (MRCC ABERDEEN, FAX DTD 13.3.99). INS AS WK 95MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 17, 1999

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER WATER INGRESS INTO ENGINE ROOM. CREW OF SIX RECOVERED.

General Comments

STEEL HULLED

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FAQ

Where is the ASCANIA wreck located?

The ASCANIA wreck is located at coordinates 58 2.043 N,0 26.383 W.

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

The ASCANIA lies at a depth of about 95 meters and is located at coordinates 58 2.043 N,0 26.383 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ASCANIA?

The seabed around the ASCANIA lies at approximately 111 meters deep.

When did the ASCANIA sink?

The ASCANIA sank on Mar 13, 1999.

When was the wreck of the ASCANIA discovered?

The wreck of the ASCANIA was discovered in 1999.

What country did the ASCANIA belong to?

The ASCANIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ASCANIA?

The ASCANIA had a tonnage of 49 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASCANIA?

The ASCANIA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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