Karat Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Karat Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		63 52.48 N,9 42.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 63.874667
  • Longitude: 9.715000
Water Depth 115 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KARAT
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 159
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 24, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 28.5.75 28.5.75 CAPSIZED & SANK NEAR KVALOY LT, OUTSIDE VALDERSUND. (LLOYDS VOL.220) NCA, POSN 635230N, 094300E FOR FILING ONLY. 12.6.90 12.6.90 SALVAGE ATTEMPT UNSUCCESSFUL. REPD THAT WK SOLD. (LLOYDS VOL.221)
Last Amended Date Jul 21, 2004

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KAARE HANSSEN OF BINDALSEIDET. PASSAGE TRONDHEIM FOR LOFOTEN. CAPSIZED & SANK NEAR KVALOY LT, OUTSIDE VALDERSUND. (LLOYDS VOL.220).

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FAQ

Where is the KARAT wreck located?

The KARAT wreck is located at coordinates 63 52.48 N,9 42.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KARAT?

The seabed around the KARAT lies at approximately 115 meters deep.

When did the KARAT sink?

The KARAT sank on May 24, 1975.

When was the wreck of the KARAT discovered?

The wreck of the KARAT was discovered in 1975.

What country did the KARAT belong to?

The KARAT belonged to NO.

What cargo was the KARAT carrying?

The KARAT was carrying foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the KARAT?

The KARAT had a tonnage of 159 tons.

What type of wreck is the KARAT?

The KARAT is classified as a motor vessel.

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