Molund Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Molund Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 44.4 N,15 42.14 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.740000
  • Longitude: 15.702333
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name MOLUND
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 67.1 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 489
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 9, 1983
Original Detection Year 1983
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H2480/75 12.7.83 SANK IN PROBABLE POSN 554412N, 154248E, ABOUT 13MILES S OF UTKLIPPAN. (LL 15.6.83). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. SEP 2016/000126344 7.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON SWEDISH 74 OR ENC. [ED 5, COR TO 12.4.16]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 10, 2016

Circumstances of loss

SANK WITHIN A FEW MINUTES FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH MV MONTE ALTO WHILE ON PASSAGE HAMMERFALL FOR SORAKER.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 44.4 N,15 42.14 E
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FAQ

Where is the MOLUND wreck located?

The MOLUND wreck is located at coordinates 55 44.4 N,15 42.14 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MOLUND?

The seabed around the MOLUND lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the MOLUND sink?

The MOLUND sank on Jun 9, 1983.

When was the wreck of the MOLUND discovered?

The wreck of the MOLUND was discovered in 1983.

What country did the MOLUND belong to?

The MOLUND belonged to NO.

What cargo was the MOLUND carrying?

The MOLUND was carrying minerals,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MOLUND?

The MOLUND had a tonnage of 489 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOLUND?

The MOLUND is classified as a motor vessel.

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