Prolific Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Prolific Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 31.18 N,2 48.654 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.519667
  • Longitude: -2.810900
Wreck Depth 72.22 m
Water Depth 83 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PROLIFIC
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 17 m
Width 5.4 m
Draught 1.9
Sonar Length 16.03
Sonar Width 6.69
Shadow Height 12.65
Orientation 171
Tonnage 50
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 21, 2007
Scour Dimensions 034.3,029.4,001.4,150
Original Detection Year 2007
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details SEP 2007/000077025 22.10.07 SANK IN 5931.10N, 0248.58W [WGD]. (ABDERDEEN CG, FAX DTD 21.10.07). INS AS WK USC 45MTRS. - NM 5233/07. RSDRA2022000137295 22.11.22 EXAM'D 02.08.2021; IN 5831.180N, 0248.654W [WGD]. LEAST W/C DEPTH 72.22MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 83MTRS. LENGTH 16.03MTRS, WIDTH 6.69MTRS, HEIGHT 16.03MTRS, ORIENTATION 171/351 DEGS. INTACT AND UPRIGHT. (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI1709 - H525-70576). AMEND NDW 72MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Last Amended Date Jan 30, 2023

Circumstances of loss

EX-BENVIC, EX-PROLIFIC. BUILT IN 1979 IN NEW HOLLAND, ENGLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY W MCPHEE, WICK. A STEEL-HULLED SCALLOPER. OIL ENGINE OF 272BHP, SINGLE SHAFT. TOOK WATER AND SANK. CREW OF 3 RECOVERED. (ABERDEEN CG).

General Comments

INTACT AND UPRIGHT

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FAQ

Where is the PROLIFIC wreck located?

The PROLIFIC wreck is located at coordinates 58 31.18 N,2 48.654 W.

How deep is the PROLIFIC and where exactly is it located?

The PROLIFIC lies at a depth of about 72.22 meters and is located at coordinates 58 31.18 N,2 48.654 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PROLIFIC?

The seabed around the PROLIFIC lies at approximately 83 meters deep.

When did the PROLIFIC sink?

The PROLIFIC sank on Oct 21, 2007.

When was the wreck of the PROLIFIC discovered?

The wreck of the PROLIFIC was discovered in 2007.

What country did the PROLIFIC belong to?

The PROLIFIC belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PROLIFIC?

The PROLIFIC had a tonnage of 50 tons.

What type of wreck is the PROLIFIC?

The PROLIFIC is classified as a fishing vessel.

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