Sabre Of Gosport Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sabre of gosport Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 31.536 N,1 17.836 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.525600
  • Longitude: -1.297267
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SABRE OF GOSPORT
Type speed boat
Flag GB
Length 8.5 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 16, 1980
Original Detection Year 1980
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H2555/74 1.9.80 H2555/74 1.9.80 SANK APPROX 3 MILES S OF ST CATHERINES PT. NO DANGER TO NAVIGATION. (SOLENT MRSC SIG DTD 16.8.80). NCA. POSN 503130N, 011745W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/962/01 4.12.02 HH090/962/01 4.12.02 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 962). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2002

Circumstances of loss

18.8.80 WAS HOLED WHILE PROCEEDING GOSPORT TO CHANNEL ISLANDS AT 28KNOTS AND SANK. (LL, 18.8.80).

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FAQ

Where is the SABRE OF GOSPORT wreck located?

The SABRE OF GOSPORT wreck is located at coordinates 50 31.536 N,1 17.836 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SABRE OF GOSPORT?

The seabed around the SABRE OF GOSPORT lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the SABRE OF GOSPORT sink?

The SABRE OF GOSPORT sank on Aug 16, 1980.

When was the wreck of the SABRE OF GOSPORT discovered?

The wreck of the SABRE OF GOSPORT was discovered in 1980.

What country did the SABRE OF GOSPORT belong to?

The SABRE OF GOSPORT belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SABRE OF GOSPORT?

The SABRE OF GOSPORT is classified as a speed boat.