Lct(4) 1029 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Lct(4) 1029 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 10.488 N,0 27.696 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.174800
  • Longitude: 0.461600
Wreck Depth 6.3 m
Water Depth 8 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LCT(4) 1029
Type landing craft
Flag GB
Length 52 m
Width 11.9 m
Tonnage 200
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 13, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Oct 28, 1986

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Lct 4 1029 is located off the coast of the United Kingdom in the North Sea at coordinates 53 10.488 N, 0 27.696 E. This historic underwater obstruction was partially dispersed during post-war demolition operations, leaving a substantial wreckage rising from the seabed. Modern hydrographic surveys confirm the site has a minimum clearance depth, making it a notable underwater hazard for maritime navigation and scuba diving exploration in the region.

Surveying Details

H0637/44 8.6.44 LOCATED IN 531034N, 002727E. DRIFT SWEEP AFTER DEMOLITION CLEAR 23FT, FOUL 24FT [MLWS]. (CAPT M/S HUMBER 26.5.44). INS AS WK 3.75FMS. - NM 1212/44. H0637/44 24.6.50 DISPERSED TO SEABED EXCEPT FOR 1 PIECE AT 5FT FROM SEABED. POSN 531028N, 002748E. (C IN C NORE 6.6.50). H0637/44 30.6.50 EXAM'D IN 531028N, 002748E USING HSA. SWEPT CLEAR AT 23 FT, FOUL AT 24FT. SEABED 27-30FT. (HMS SHARPSHOOTER 9.6.50). AMEND TO WK 3FMS 4FT. NC 107. 26.11.74 AMEND TO SW 6.3MTRS. NC 108.

Circumstances of loss

BLEW UP, POSSIBLY MINED.

General Comments

DISPERSED TO SEABED

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 10.488 N,0 27.696 E
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FAQ

Where is the LCT(4) 1029 wreck located?

The LCT(4) 1029 wreck is located at coordinates 53 10.488 N,0 27.696 E.

How deep is the LCT(4) 1029 and where exactly is it located?

The LCT(4) 1029 lies at a depth of about 6.3 meters and is located at coordinates 53 10.488 N,0 27.696 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LCT(4) 1029?

The seabed around the LCT(4) 1029 lies at approximately 8 meters deep.

When did the LCT(4) 1029 sink?

The LCT(4) 1029 sank on Jan 13, 1944.

When was the wreck of the LCT(4) 1029 discovered?

The wreck of the LCT(4) 1029 was discovered in 1944.

What country did the LCT(4) 1029 belong to?

The LCT(4) 1029 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LCT(4) 1029?

The LCT(4) 1029 had a tonnage of 200 tons.

What type of wreck is the LCT(4) 1029?

The LCT(4) 1029 is classified as a landing craft.

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