Marsuka Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Marsuka Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 13.801 N,5 1.685 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.230017
  • Longitude: -5.028083
Wreck Depth 37 m
Water Depth 42 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARSUKA
Type yacht
Flag GB
Sonar Length 25
Shadow Height 2.6
Orientation 160
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 13, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2579/76 2.12.80 WK LOCATED IN 551348N, 050137W [OGB]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 38 IN GEN DEPTH 42MTRS. (HMS HERALD, HI9/80). NCA YET. AWAIT SURVEY. H2579/76 11.5.81 EXAM'D 22.11.80 IN 551347.7N, 050137.1W [OG] USING TRISPONDER [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 37.8 IN GEN DEPTH 42MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 2.6MTRS. INTACT, APPROX 25MTRS LONG, LYING 160/340 DEGS. (HMS HERALD, HI 9/80). BR STD. HH100/351/21 22.10.03 DIVED IN 5513.800N, 0501.697W [WGD]. STANDS 4MTRS HIGH BY E/S AND DEPTH GAUGE. PROBABLY BOW SECTION ON ITS SIDE LOCATED IN VISIBILTY OF LESS THAN 1MTR. TWISTED, SPRIAL COLUMN OF NETTING UP TO 1MTR IN DIAMETER RISES ABOVE WK. SUPPORTED BY A DOZEN OR MORE ALUMINIUM PELLETS AND STANDS SOME 12-15MTRS ABOVE WK. (D PATTERSON). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 24, 2000

Circumstances of loss

14.7.75 MAYDAY POSN 6M W OF GIRVAN. HOLED AND SUNK CREW OF 2 RESCUED. (LL, 14.7.75)

General Comments

ON SIDE, COLUMN OF NETTING RISES 12-15MTRS ABOVE WK

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FAQ

Where is the MARSUKA wreck located?

The MARSUKA wreck is located at coordinates 55 13.801 N,5 1.685 W.

How deep is the MARSUKA and where exactly is it located?

The MARSUKA lies at a depth of about 37 meters and is located at coordinates 55 13.801 N,5 1.685 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARSUKA?

The seabed around the MARSUKA lies at approximately 42 meters deep.

When did the MARSUKA sink?

The MARSUKA sank on Jul 13, 1975.

When was the wreck of the MARSUKA discovered?

The wreck of the MARSUKA was discovered in 1975.

What country did the MARSUKA belong to?

The MARSUKA belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MARSUKA?

The MARSUKA is classified as a yacht.

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