Loch Kildonan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Loch kildonan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 54.61 N,0 28.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.910167
  • Longitude: 0.470000
Wreck Depth 135 m
Water Depth 155 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOCH KILDONAN
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 28 m
Tonnage 147
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1987
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Mar 12, 1987

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Loch Kildonan is an underwater wreck located in the North Sea off the coast of Scotland. The wreck position is recorded at coordinates 58 54.61 N, 0 28.2 E. Originally reported following an incident involving the MFV Kestrel, the site is now charted as an underwater obstruction. The remains consist of a steel vessel situated at a depth of 135 meters. This wreck site is tracked by the UK Hydrographic Office and serves as a significant underwater feature for maritime navigation in the region.

Surveying Details

H2867/85 4.3.87 H2867/85 4.3.87 MFV KESTREL REPORTED SINKING POSN AS 585442N, 002835E, BUT LATER AS 585436N, 002800E. (WICK RADIO, TELEX & MORAY MRSC, TELEX 27.1.87). INS AS WK USC PA 135MTRS IN MEAN POSN 585439N, 002818E [EUR]. (TONNAGE KNOWN). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

ENGINE AND FISH ROOMS FLOODED. WAS TAKEN IN TOW BY MFV KESTREL BUT EVENTUALLY SANK. CREW RECOVERED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the LOCH KILDONAN wreck located?

The LOCH KILDONAN wreck is located at coordinates 58 54.61 N,0 28.2 E.

How deep is the LOCH KILDONAN and where exactly is it located?

The LOCH KILDONAN lies at a depth of about 135 meters and is located at coordinates 58 54.61 N,0 28.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LOCH KILDONAN?

The seabed around the LOCH KILDONAN lies at approximately 155 meters deep.

When did the LOCH KILDONAN sink?

The LOCH KILDONAN sank on Jan 27, 1987.

When was the wreck of the LOCH KILDONAN discovered?

The wreck of the LOCH KILDONAN was discovered in 1987.

What country did the LOCH KILDONAN belong to?

The LOCH KILDONAN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LOCH KILDONAN?

The LOCH KILDONAN had a tonnage of 147 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOCH KILDONAN?

The LOCH KILDONAN is classified as a trawler.

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