King Sol Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure |
| Status |
lifted
|
King sol Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
63 33 N,17 56 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 63.550000
- Longitude: -17.933333
|
| Water Depth |
2 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
covers and uncovers |
| Vertical Datum |
Mean Low Water Springs |
| Name |
KING SOL |
|
Type
|
trawler
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Tonnage |
486 |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 28, 1955
|
| Original Detection Year |
1955 |
| Last Detection Year |
1955 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 9, 2006 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The British trawler King Sol lies at coordinates 63 33 N, 17 56 W in the waters south of Iceland. Historically recorded as a sunken wreck under the file reference H1516/55, the vessel was officially reported as salved on June 8, 1955, according to records from Lloyds List and Fishery Protection in Hull. This site is currently classified as a dead record, indicating that the underwater obstruction has been removed from the seabed. No structural remains of the welded steel vessel are currently expected at this maritime location.
Surveying Details
H1516/55 8.6.55 WK OF BRITISH TRAWLER KING SOL IN 633300N, 175600W HAS BEEN SALVED. (LLOYDS LIST & FISHERY PROTECTION, HULL) DEAD RECORD CREATED.
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63 33 N,17 56 W
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FAQ
Where is the KING SOL wreck located?
The KING SOL wreck is located at coordinates 63 33 N,17 56 W.
How deep is the seabed around the KING SOL?
The seabed around the KING SOL lies at approximately 2 meters deep.
When did the KING SOL sink?
The KING SOL sank on Feb 28, 1955.
When was the wreck of the KING SOL discovered?
The wreck of the KING SOL was discovered in 1955.
What country did the KING SOL belong to?
The KING SOL belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the KING SOL?
The KING SOL had a tonnage of 486 tons.
What type of wreck is the KING SOL?
The KING SOL is classified as a trawler.