Baarland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Baarland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 25 N,3 43.65 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.416667
  • Longitude: 3.727500
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BAARLAND
Type tug
Flag NL
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 3, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.4.73 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS THE W SCHELDT OFF BORSSELE. (LLOYDS 212). POSN 512500N, 034339E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 19, 2018

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED DURING A HURRICANE IN THE W SCHELDTE, OFF BORSSELE . (LLOYDS 212).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 25 N,3 43.65 E
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FAQ

Where is the BAARLAND wreck located?

The BAARLAND wreck is located at coordinates 51 25 N,3 43.65 E.

When did the BAARLAND sink?

The BAARLAND sank on Apr 3, 1973.

When was the wreck of the BAARLAND discovered?

The wreck of the BAARLAND was discovered in 1973.

What country did the BAARLAND belong to?

The BAARLAND belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the BAARLAND?

The BAARLAND is classified as a tug.