Sabac Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sabac Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 5.635 N,1 30.297 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.093917
  • Longitude: 1.504950
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SABAC
Type steam ship
Length 104.2 m
Width 14 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2811
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo bauxite
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 7, 1962
Original Detection Year 1962
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck SABAC is located in the North Sea off the coast of Suffolk, England, at coordinates 51 5.635 N, 1 30.297 E. Historically documented as a vessel that sank quickly following a collision with the Dorington Court, the wreck site has been the subject of multiple hydrographic surveys, including sonar searches, magnetometer sweeps, and diver investigations. Despite extensive efforts by the Trinity House Vessel Patricia and HMS Bulldog to locate the wreckage, no trace of the hull or debris has been found at this position. Currently classified as non-existent or cleared, the SABAC remains an underwater historical entry for the region.

Surveying Details

H1304/62 23.3.62 SANK QUICKLY, AFTER COLLISION WITH 'DORINGTON COURT', IN APPROX 510536N, 013024E. WK NOT LOCATED BY THV 'PATRICIA'. 28 DEAD. (LL &TH). CHART AS NDW PA. NE 1828. H4667/70 31.12.70 SONAR SEARCH EXTENDED TO 2M AROUND ABOVE POSN AND ALL CONTACTS INVESTIGATED BUT NO TRACE FOUND. (HMS BULLDOG). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. HH091/159/01 18.7.07 NOT LOCATED BY M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (OSAE, HI 1159). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER COLLISION IN DENSE FOG. SANK WITHIN 5 MINS. 28 LIVES LOST. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SABAC wreck located?

The SABAC wreck is located at coordinates 51 5.635 N,1 30.297 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SABAC?

The seabed around the SABAC lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the SABAC sink?

The SABAC sank on Jan 7, 1962.

When was the wreck of the SABAC discovered?

The wreck of the SABAC was discovered in 1962.

What cargo was the SABAC carrying?

The SABAC was carrying bauxite.

What was the tonnage of the SABAC?

The SABAC had a tonnage of 2811 tons.

What type of wreck is the SABAC?

The SABAC is classified as a steam ship.

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