Majorbell 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
Majorbell Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
35 49.85 N,5 43.133 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.830833
  • Longitude: -5.718883
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAJORBELL
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 6, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H2296/84 13.10.86 SANK IN 354951N, 054308W. (NAVCOMMSTA ROTA, 061645Z SEP'86). PLOTS ON COASTLINE. NCA YET. SEP 2016/000238584 8.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7550. [ED2, DTD 2016]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 8, 2016

Circumstances of loss

STRUCK ROCKS & SANK. (NAVCOMMSTA ROTA, 061645Z SEP'86).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 35 49.85 N,5 43.133 W
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FAQ

Where is the MAJORBELL wreck located?

The MAJORBELL wreck is located at coordinates 35 49.85 N,5 43.133 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAJORBELL?

The seabed around the MAJORBELL lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the MAJORBELL sink?

The MAJORBELL sank on Sep 6, 1986.

When was the wreck of the MAJORBELL discovered?

The wreck of the MAJORBELL was discovered in 1986.

What country did the MAJORBELL belong to?

The MAJORBELL belonged to GB.