Magicien Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
| Status |
Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
|
Magicien Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
49 44.927 N,1 39.089 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 49.748783
- Longitude: -1.651483
|
| Wreck Depth |
36 m
|
| Water Depth |
51 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
MAGICIEN |
|
Type
|
trawler
|
| Flag |
FR |
| Tonnage |
49 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Dec 23, 1972
|
| Original Detection Year |
1972 |
| Last Detection Year |
1992 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Mar 28, 2017 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck of the trawler drifter MAGICIEN is located underwater off the coast of Cherbourg near Cap de la Hague in the English Channel. The official wreck coordinates are 49 44.927 N, 1 39.089 W at a general depth of 51 meters. Historical records note the vessel developed a leak and sank approximately 2 miles from Cherbourg Roads.
Surveying Details
2.1.73 2.1.73 VESSEL DEVELOPED LEAK WHEN 10 MILES NNW OF CAP DE LA HAGUE. SANK WHEN 2 MILES FROM CHERBOURG ROADS. (LLOYDS, VOL.210). H5493/69 8.3.73 H5493/69 8.3.73 WK IN 494459N, 013906W. (BREST NM 73 03 07). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 12.3.84 12.3.84 WK OF TRAWLER/DRIFTER 'MAGICIEN' IN 494459N, 013901W [EUR] IN GEN DEPTH 51MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1976). AMEND POSN. BR STD. 22.9.88 22.9.88 POSN NOW 494459N, 013900.5W [EUR] [+/-500MTRS]. USC 36MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 51MTRS. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1988). AMEND TO USC 36MTRS IN REVISED POSN. NC 2669. 14.6.90 14.6.90 SHOWN AS USC PD 36MTRS IN 494459N, 013901W [EUR] ON FRENCH 7092 [1988 EDN]. HH351/530/01 10.6.92 HH351/530/01 10.6.92 DELETED. (BREST NM 92 21 31). AMENDED TO ABEY. - NM 1895/92. 20.4.99 20.4.99 POSN 4944.987N, 0139.009W [EUR]. SHOWN AS NON VALID. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1999). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Circumstances of loss
SPRANG A LEAK NORTH OF CAP DE LA HAGUE. WAS TAKEN IN TOW BUT SANK EN ROUTE TO CHERBOURG. (LLOYDS VOL.210).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
49 44.927 N,1 39.089 W
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FAQ
Where is the MAGICIEN wreck located?
The MAGICIEN wreck is located at coordinates 49 44.927 N,1 39.089 W.
How deep is the MAGICIEN and where exactly is it located?
The MAGICIEN lies at a depth of about 36 meters and is located at coordinates 49 44.927 N,1 39.089 W.
How deep is the seabed around the MAGICIEN?
The seabed around the MAGICIEN lies at approximately 51 meters deep.
When did the MAGICIEN sink?
The MAGICIEN sank on Dec 23, 1972.
When was the wreck of the MAGICIEN discovered?
The wreck of the MAGICIEN was discovered in 1972.
What country did the MAGICIEN belong to?
The MAGICIEN belonged to FR.
What was the tonnage of the MAGICIEN?
The MAGICIEN had a tonnage of 49 tons.
What type of wreck is the MAGICIEN?
The MAGICIEN is classified as a trawler.