Hector Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hector Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 45.002 N,0 39.884 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.750033
  • Longitude: 0.664733
Wreck Depth 50 m
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HECTOR
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1146
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 25, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SUNK 110 MILES NNE OF FLAMBOROUGH HD. (LLWW1). H3039/26 CONFIRMS LOSS, GIVES NAME ETC. H315/27 14.2.27 AMENDED TO NDWPA (1917) IN POSN 554500N, 004000E ON 2182B H3018/54 1.10.54 AMEND TO NDWPA. NC 1192. 30.6.72 SHOWN IN 554430N, 004100E ON DANISH FISH CHART 5500 [1965]. H1270/85 16.10.86 AMENDED TO USCPA 50 MTRS (TONNAGE KNOWN). NE 1192.
Last Amended Date Oct 1, 1986

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE. PASSAGE BERGEN FOR HULL. CARGO HERRINGS.

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FAQ

Where is the HECTOR wreck located?

The HECTOR wreck is located at coordinates 55 45.002 N,0 39.884 E.

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

The HECTOR lies at a depth of about 50 meters and is located at coordinates 55 45.002 N,0 39.884 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HECTOR?

The seabed around the HECTOR lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the HECTOR sink?

The HECTOR sank on May 25, 1917.

When was the wreck of the HECTOR discovered?

The wreck of the HECTOR was discovered in 1917.

What country did the HECTOR belong to?

The HECTOR belonged to NO.

What cargo was the HECTOR carrying?

The HECTOR was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the HECTOR?

The HECTOR had a tonnage of 1146 tons.

What type of wreck is the HECTOR?

The HECTOR is classified as a steam ship.