Connaught Iii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Connaught iii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
60 27.97 N,3 43.89 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.466167
  • Longitude: 3.731500
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CONNAUGHT III
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 16, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH310/590/01 3.3.93 SANK IN 602800N, 034400E APPROX. (LL, 18.2.93). NCA, PLOTS IN 300MTRS.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

ENGINE ROOM REPORTED FILLED WITH WATER AND REQUIRING PUMPING. VESSEL LATER ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK. (LL VOL. 291).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 60 27.97 N,3 43.89 E
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FAQ

Where is the CONNAUGHT III wreck located?

The CONNAUGHT III wreck is located at coordinates 60 27.97 N,3 43.89 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CONNAUGHT III?

The seabed around the CONNAUGHT III lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the CONNAUGHT III sink?

The CONNAUGHT III sank on Feb 16, 1993.

When was the wreck of the CONNAUGHT III discovered?

The wreck of the CONNAUGHT III was discovered in 1993.

What country did the CONNAUGHT III belong to?

The CONNAUGHT III belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the CONNAUGHT III?

The CONNAUGHT III is classified as a fishing vessel.