Ocean Vagabond Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean vagabond Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 17 N,20 11 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.283333
  • Longitude: -20.183333
Water Depth 4400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN VAGABOND
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 129.5 m
Width 17.4 m
Tonnage 7174
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products,timber,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 10, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 14, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Ocean Vagabond sank on August 25, 1976, and is located at coordinates 50 17 N, 20 11 W in the North Atlantic Ocean. This underwater obstruction represents the final resting place of the vessel, which was documented by Mitchell and Sawyer in Oceans, Forts and Parks. The wreck position is recorded as an approximate location for maritime navigation and historical reference.

Surveying Details

25.8.76 25.8.76 VESSEL SANK IN 501700N, 201100W APPROX. (OCEANS, FORTS & PARKS BY MITCHELL & SAWYER). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

29.9.42 HAD BEEN DAMAGED BY SUBMARINE TORPEDO ON 29.9.42 AND TOWED TO ST JOHN'S NF FOR TEMPORARY REPAIRS. PRESUMABLY, UPON RESUMPTION OF PASSAGE VANCOUVER FOR LOCH EWE WAS SUCESSFULLY TORPEDOED AND SANK. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WW2 & WW2 BR MSL).

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN VAGABOND wreck located?

The OCEAN VAGABOND wreck is located at coordinates 50 17 N,20 11 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN VAGABOND?

The seabed around the OCEAN VAGABOND lies at approximately 4400 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN VAGABOND sink?

The OCEAN VAGABOND sank on Jan 10, 1943.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN VAGABOND discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN VAGABOND was discovered in 1943.

What country did the OCEAN VAGABOND belong to?

The OCEAN VAGABOND belonged to GB.

What cargo was the OCEAN VAGABOND carrying?

The OCEAN VAGABOND was carrying wood: unprocessed and products,timber,grain.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN VAGABOND?

The OCEAN VAGABOND had a tonnage of 7174 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN VAGABOND?

The OCEAN VAGABOND is classified as a steam ship.

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