Kingfisher Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kingfisher Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 11.726 N,7 4.061 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.195433
  • Longitude: -7.067683
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KINGFISHER
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 8, 1988
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4893/77 23.9.88 H4893/77 23.9.88 STRUCK ROCKS IN CAMAS UIG IN 581145N, 070400W. COMPLETELY BROKEN UP. VERY LITTLE WRECKAGE HAS BEEN FOUND. (LL, 10.9.88). NCA, EXISTING SCALES TOO SMALL. 12.3.07 12.3.07 DATA RE-ASSESSED. AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Mar 12, 2007

Circumstances of loss

10.9.88 WAS BLOWN ONTO ROCKS AFTER PROPELLOR SHAFT FAILURE. LATER BROKE UP. (LL, 10.9.88)

General Comments

INSHORE VESSEL

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FAQ

Where is the KINGFISHER wreck located?

The KINGFISHER wreck is located at coordinates 58 11.726 N,7 4.061 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KINGFISHER?

The seabed around the KINGFISHER lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the KINGFISHER sink?

The KINGFISHER sank on Sep 8, 1988.

When was the wreck of the KINGFISHER discovered?

The wreck of the KINGFISHER was discovered in 1988.

What country did the KINGFISHER belong to?

The KINGFISHER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the KINGFISHER?

The KINGFISHER is classified as a fishing vessel.

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