Knut Hansen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Knut hansen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
70 30.01 N,22 59.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 70.500167
  • Longitude: 22.998667
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KNUT HANSEN
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Length 29.6 m
Width 6.1 m
Tonnage 139
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 29, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 29.12.78 FOUNDERED IN SOROYSUNDT AND DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS. (LLOYDS VOL.235). POSN 703000N, 230000E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WHILST ON PASSAGE HAVOYSUND FOR HAMNVIKA FOUNDERED IN SOROYSUNDET.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 70 30.01 N,22 59.92 E
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FAQ

Where is the KNUT HANSEN wreck located?

The KNUT HANSEN wreck is located at coordinates 70 30.01 N,22 59.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KNUT HANSEN?

The seabed around the KNUT HANSEN lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the KNUT HANSEN sink?

The KNUT HANSEN sank on Aug 29, 1978.

When was the wreck of the KNUT HANSEN discovered?

The wreck of the KNUT HANSEN was discovered in 1978.

What country did the KNUT HANSEN belong to?

The KNUT HANSEN belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the KNUT HANSEN?

The KNUT HANSEN had a tonnage of 139 tons.

What type of wreck is the KNUT HANSEN?

The KNUT HANSEN is classified as a fishing vessel.