Rilland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rilland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
47 3.6 N,6 11.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.060000
  • Longitude: -6.185000
Water Depth 3000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RILLAND
Type tug
Flag NL
Length 26.2 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 114
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 22, 1989
Original Detection Year 1989
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH175/350/01 19.12.89 SANK IN 470342N, 061100W. (LL 24.11.89). NCA. TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

DISTRESS SIGNAL RECEIVED, TUG IN DIFFICULTIES IN 470300N, 061100W. LATER REPD SINKING, CREW ABANDONING VESSEL, IN 470342.5N, 061100W. CREW OF 3 RESCUED. (LL, VOL 278).

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FAQ

Where is the RILLAND wreck located?

The RILLAND wreck is located at coordinates 47 3.6 N,6 11.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RILLAND?

The seabed around the RILLAND lies at approximately 3000 meters deep.

When did the RILLAND sink?

The RILLAND sank on Nov 22, 1989.

When was the wreck of the RILLAND discovered?

The wreck of the RILLAND was discovered in 1989.

What country did the RILLAND belong to?

The RILLAND belonged to NL.

What was the tonnage of the RILLAND?

The RILLAND had a tonnage of 114 tons.

What type of wreck is the RILLAND?

The RILLAND is classified as a tug.