Scoresby Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Scoresby Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 52.948 N,0 37.006 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.882467
  • Longitude: 0.616767
Wreck Depth 120 m
Water Depth 140 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SCORESBY
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 20.9 m
Width 6.6 m
Draught 2.3
Tonnage 46
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 2000
Original Detection Year 2000
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH260/400/05 12.6.00 SANK IN 6052.978N, 0037.116E [EUR]. (MRSC SHETLAND, FAX DTD 8.6.00). INS AS WK 120MTRS. - NM 2872/00.
Last Amended Date Jun 12, 2000

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILST UNDER TOW OF MFV SHANNON AFTER TAKING WATER AND PUMPS WERE UNABLE TO COPE. CREW OF 4 RECOVERED.

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the SCORESBY wreck located?

The SCORESBY wreck is located at coordinates 60 52.948 N,0 37.006 E.

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

The SCORESBY lies at a depth of about 120 meters and is located at coordinates 60 52.948 N,0 37.006 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SCORESBY?

The seabed around the SCORESBY lies at approximately 140 meters deep.

When did the SCORESBY sink?

The SCORESBY sank on Jun 8, 2000.

When was the wreck of the SCORESBY discovered?

The wreck of the SCORESBY was discovered in 2000.

What country did the SCORESBY belong to?

The SCORESBY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SCORESBY?

The SCORESBY had a tonnage of 46 tons.

What type of wreck is the SCORESBY?

The SCORESBY is classified as a trawler.

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