Moray Firth (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Moray firth (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 45.983 N,2 46.944 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.766383
  • Longitude: -2.782400
Wreck Depth 30 m
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 314
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 28, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H067/43 29.3.43 SANK IN POSN 574600N, 024700W. (FOIC ABERDEEN, 28.3.43). NCA. 11.1.45 SONAR CONTACT IN 574600N, 024900W. (AUBD 314/6, EG 25). 21.8.78 INS AS USCPA 30MTRS. BR STD. H2336/84 6.8.86 POSSIBLE WKGE IN 574600N, 024651W REPORTED BY LOCAL FISHERMAN. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 246). AMEND TO USC 30MTRS. BR STD. H2336/84 8.12.87 NOT FOUND. (HMS FOX, HI 246). DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 17, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 45.983 N,2 46.944 W
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FAQ

Where is the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 57 45.983 N,2 46.944 W.

How deep is the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 30 meters and is located at coordinates 57 45.983 N,2 46.944 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) sink?

The MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) sank on Mar 28, 1943.

When was the wreck of the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1943.

What country did the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) belong to?

The MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY)?

The MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 314 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY)?

The MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.