Jack Buchan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Jack buchan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 8 N,6 56 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.133333
  • Longitude: -6.933333
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JACK BUCHAN
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 10, 1958
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1958
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2291/58 21.4.58 H2291/58 21.4.58 BROKEN TO PIECES OFF HBR ENTRANCE SHORTLY AFTER LEAVING DUNMORE EAST. (LLOYDS). POSN 520800N, 065600W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 8, 2009

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN FV WITH SINGLE SHAFT, OIL ENGINE. PASSAGE DUNMORE EAST FOR FISHING GROUNDS. CAPSIZED BY HUGE WAVE SHORTLY AFTER DEPARTURE FROM DUNMORE EAST. BROKEN TO PIECES ON ROCKS OFF HBR ENTRANCE. ALL 5 CREW LOST. (LLOYDS & SII).

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FAQ

Where is the JACK BUCHAN wreck located?

The JACK BUCHAN wreck is located at coordinates 52 8 N,6 56 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JACK BUCHAN?

The seabed around the JACK BUCHAN lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the JACK BUCHAN sink?

The JACK BUCHAN sank on Feb 10, 1958.

When was the wreck of the JACK BUCHAN discovered?

The wreck of the JACK BUCHAN was discovered in 1958.

What country did the JACK BUCHAN belong to?

The JACK BUCHAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the JACK BUCHAN carrying?

The JACK BUCHAN was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the JACK BUCHAN?

The JACK BUCHAN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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