Defiant Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Defiant Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 40.282 N,5 51.559 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.671367
  • Longitude: -5.859317
Wreck Depth 70 m
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DEFIANT
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 18.9 m
Tonnage 45
Tonnage Type net
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 30, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Sep 10, 2002

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Defiant, historically recorded at coordinates 50 40.282 N, 5 51.559 W, is located in the waters off the coast of Cornwall near Land's End. Originally reported sunk in 1981, subsequent hydrographic surveys conducted in 2002 failed to locate any remains of the vessel at this position. Following these professional surveys, the wreck was officially disproved and removed from maritime charts as an underwater obstruction. Search data indicates that no structural evidence of the Defiant, such as steel wreckage or hull debris, remains at these coordinates.

Surveying Details

H2613/78 2.4.81 SANK IN 504015N, 055130W USING DECCA. (LANDS END RADIO SIG DTD 30.3.81). INS AS USC PA 70MTRS. BR STD. HH090/799/02 10.9.02 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). DELETE. - NM 5348/02.

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TAKING ON WATER IN ENGINE ROOM. LATER SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the DEFIANT wreck located?

The DEFIANT wreck is located at coordinates 50 40.282 N,5 51.559 W.

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

The DEFIANT lies at a depth of about 70 meters and is located at coordinates 50 40.282 N,5 51.559 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DEFIANT?

The seabed around the DEFIANT lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the DEFIANT sink?

The DEFIANT sank on Mar 30, 1981.

When was the wreck of the DEFIANT discovered?

The wreck of the DEFIANT was discovered in 1981.

What country did the DEFIANT belong to?

The DEFIANT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DEFIANT?

The DEFIANT had a tonnage of 45 tons.

What type of wreck is the DEFIANT?

The DEFIANT is classified as a fishing vessel.

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