Franleon Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Franleon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
55 39.664 N,4 57.07 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 55.661067
- Longitude: -4.951167
|
| Wreck Depth |
60 m
|
| Water Depth |
75 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
FRANLEON |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
18.6 m |
| Tonnage |
48 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Apr 26, 1983
|
| Bottom Texture |
Mud |
| Original Detection Year |
1983 |
| Last Detection Year |
1985 |
| Original Source |
national coast guard or patrol |
| Last Amended Date |
Dec 9, 2005 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck FRANLEON is located off the coast of Cumbrae Island in the Firth of Clyde, Scotland, at coordinates 55 39.664 N, 4 57.07 W. Initially reported as sunk in 1983, the site was investigated during sonar surveys. Although the wreck was not definitively confirmed during subsequent searches, these coordinates are currently charted for the obstruction. The site lies in an area with a general seabed depth of approximately 100 meters, with the wreck position plotted at a depth of 60 meters. The FRANLEON is documented in UK Hydrographic Office records as an underwater obstruction and wreck site.
Surveying Details
H4458/80 6.5.83 SANK 3M SW OF CUMBRAE ISLAND, IN 554400N, 050000W, IN GEN DEPTH OF APPROX 100MTRS. (CLYDE CG, TLX DTD 27.4.83). PLOTS IN 30MTRS. NCA. 13.5.83 POSN SHOULD READ 553940N, 045700W, IN 40FMS. (CLYDE CG, TELECON DTD 13.5.83). INS AS WK USC PA 60MTRS. BR STD. H2885/83 13.5.85 NOT FOUND DURING BASIC AREA SONAR SEARCH. NOT DISPROVED. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 165B). NCA. 11.11.05 EUT POSN: 5539.664N, 0457.070W. BA 2491 [6TH EDN, SEP'03].
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
55 39.664 N,4 57.07 W
Franleon on Wreck Map
Franleon Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the FRANLEON wreck located?
The FRANLEON wreck is located at coordinates 55 39.664 N,4 57.07 W.
How deep is the FRANLEON and where exactly is it located?
The FRANLEON lies at a depth of about 60 meters and is located at coordinates 55 39.664 N,4 57.07 W.
How deep is the seabed around the FRANLEON?
The seabed around the FRANLEON lies at approximately 75 meters deep.
When did the FRANLEON sink?
The FRANLEON sank on Apr 26, 1983.
When was the wreck of the FRANLEON discovered?
The wreck of the FRANLEON was discovered in 1983.
What country did the FRANLEON belong to?
The FRANLEON belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the FRANLEON?
The FRANLEON had a tonnage of 48 tons.
What type of wreck is the FRANLEON?
The FRANLEON is classified as a fishing vessel.
General Comments
NFS