Northern Kiwi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Northern kiwi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 1.8 N,5 2.9 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.030000
  • Longitude: -5.048333
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORTHERN KIWI
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 5.8 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 19, 2001
Original Detection Year 2001
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH232/420/04 24.7.01 SANK IN 5001.8N, 0502.9W [WGD]. (MRCC FALMOUTH, FAX DTD 19.7.01). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 26.4.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1406). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL WAS A GRP BASS LINER WITH A 50HP OUTBOARD MOTOR. CAUGHT PROP ON POT LINE AND PULLED TRANSOM UNDER WATER. CREW OF ONE RECOVERED BY FV SOLITAIRE.

General Comments

GRP HULL WITH 50HP OUTBOARD

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 1.8 N,5 2.9 W
Northern Kiwi on Wreck Map Northern Kiwi Wreck on Google Map

More Fishing Vessel Wrecks:

Nearby Wrecks:

FAQ

Where is the NORTHERN KIWI wreck located?

The NORTHERN KIWI wreck is located at coordinates 50 1.8 N,5 2.9 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NORTHERN KIWI?

The seabed around the NORTHERN KIWI lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the NORTHERN KIWI sink?

The NORTHERN KIWI sank on Jul 19, 2001.

When was the wreck of the NORTHERN KIWI discovered?

The wreck of the NORTHERN KIWI was discovered in 2001.

What country did the NORTHERN KIWI belong to?

The NORTHERN KIWI belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the NORTHERN KIWI?

The NORTHERN KIWI is classified as a fishing vessel.

Back to Wrecks