Patronita Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Patronita Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 43.536 N,0 39.902 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.725600
  • Longitude: 0.665033
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PATRONITA
Type yacht
Flag GB
Tonnage 17
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 4, 1961
Original Detection Year 1961
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H5236/61 31.1.62 SEEN TO SINK 9 MILES E OF ROYAL SOVEREIGN LTV. (LL, 5.11.61). POSN 504330N, 004000E FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2015/000083464 13.2.16 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET. (HI 1475, GARDLINE GEOSURVEY). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 13, 2016

Circumstances of loss

DISMASTED AND WITH PROPELLER DEFECTIVE WAS ABANDONED BY CREW. TAKEN IN TOW, WHICH LATER PARTED. EVENTUALLY SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the PATRONITA wreck located?

The PATRONITA wreck is located at coordinates 50 43.536 N,0 39.902 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PATRONITA?

The seabed around the PATRONITA lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the PATRONITA sink?

The PATRONITA sank on Nov 4, 1961.

When was the wreck of the PATRONITA discovered?

The wreck of the PATRONITA was discovered in 1961.

What country did the PATRONITA belong to?

The PATRONITA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PATRONITA?

The PATRONITA had a tonnage of 17 tons.

What type of wreck is the PATRONITA?

The PATRONITA is classified as a yacht.