Fife Coast Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fife coast Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 35.037 N,0 0.406 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.583950
  • Longitude: 0.006767
Water Depth 61 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FIFE COAST
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 41.5 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 367
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 8, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H0807/40 20.8.40 SUNK 10-15MILES W OF BEACHY HEAD. (WW2SL). GIVES APPROX POSN 503500N, 000030E. 25.6.85 DUPLICATE RECORD. SEE WK [20364], 'FIFE COAST' [POSSIBLY], IN 503441N, 000019E. AMENDED TO DEAD. 25.4.14 NOT LOCATED 2014 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (NETSURVEY, HI 1435). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 13, 2000
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 35.037 N,0 0.406 E
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FAQ

Where is the FIFE COAST wreck located?

The FIFE COAST wreck is located at coordinates 50 35.037 N,0 0.406 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FIFE COAST?

The seabed around the FIFE COAST lies at approximately 61 meters deep.

When did the FIFE COAST sink?

The FIFE COAST sank on Aug 8, 1940.

When was the wreck of the FIFE COAST discovered?

The wreck of the FIFE COAST was discovered in 1940.

What country did the FIFE COAST belong to?

The FIFE COAST belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FIFE COAST?

The FIFE COAST had a tonnage of 367 tons.

What type of wreck is the FIFE COAST?

The FIFE COAST is classified as a steam ship.