Fortuna Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fortuna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		71 0 N,15 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 71.000000
  • Longitude: -15.000000
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FORTUNA
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 32.6 m
Width 6.7 m
Tonnage 187
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 13, 1976
Original Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.4.76 CREW RESCUED FROM A FLOATING ICE FLOE BETWEEN GREENLAND AND JAN MAYEN. (LL, 19.4.76). POSN 710000N, 150000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 4, 2008

Circumstances of loss

ABANDONED AFTER BEGINNING TO TAKE IN WATER AFTER BEING TRAPPED IN ICE 3 WEEKS. (LL).

General Comments

SEAL HUNTER

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FAQ

Where is the FORTUNA wreck located?

The FORTUNA wreck is located at coordinates 71 0 N,15 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FORTUNA?

The seabed around the FORTUNA lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the FORTUNA sink?

The FORTUNA sank on Apr 13, 1976.

When was the wreck of the FORTUNA discovered?

The wreck of the FORTUNA was discovered in 1976.

What country did the FORTUNA belong to?

The FORTUNA belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the FORTUNA?

The FORTUNA had a tonnage of 187 tons.

What type of wreck is the FORTUNA?

The FORTUNA is classified as a motor vessel.

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