Pentland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Pentland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 0 N,7 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.000000
  • Longitude: 7.000000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PENTLAND
Type trawler
Flag NO
Length 29.9 m
Width 7.3 m
Tonnage 152
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 25, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 31.5.73 GROUNDED AND SANK NEAR YTRELAND, MARKOY. (LLOYDS VOL.212). NCA, POSN 580000N, 070000E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 6, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL DEVELOPED A LEAKAGE, WAS PLACED AGROUND NEAR YTRELAND, MARKOY, TO SAVE HER BUT AFTER UNSUCCESSFUL ATTEMPTS TO PUMP WATER OUT, SHE HEELED OVER & SANK. ALL CREW SAFE. (LLOYDS VOL.212).

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FAQ

Where is the PENTLAND wreck located?

The PENTLAND wreck is located at coordinates 58 0 N,7 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PENTLAND?

The seabed around the PENTLAND lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the PENTLAND sink?

The PENTLAND sank on May 25, 1973.

When was the wreck of the PENTLAND discovered?

The wreck of the PENTLAND was discovered in 1973.

What country did the PENTLAND belong to?

The PENTLAND belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the PENTLAND?

The PENTLAND had a tonnage of 152 tons.

What type of wreck is the PENTLAND?

The PENTLAND is classified as a trawler.

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