Motorola Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Motorola Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 48 N,11 48 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.800000
  • Longitude: -11.800000
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOTOROLA
Type yacht
Flag FR
Length 11.6 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 9, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1279/80 18.6.80 H1279/80 18.6.80 SURVIVOR LIFTED FROM 494800N,114800W. (LL, 11.6.80). NCA. POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

11.6.80 SUNK DURING TRANSATLANTIC SINGLE HANDED RACE. SKIPPER RESCUED. (LL, 11.6.80).

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FAQ

Where is the MOTOROLA wreck located?

The MOTOROLA wreck is located at coordinates 49 48 N,11 48 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MOTOROLA?

The seabed around the MOTOROLA lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the MOTOROLA sink?

The MOTOROLA sank on Jun 9, 1980.

When was the wreck of the MOTOROLA discovered?

The wreck of the MOTOROLA was discovered in 1980.

What country did the MOTOROLA belong to?

The MOTOROLA belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the MOTOROLA?

The MOTOROLA is classified as a yacht.

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