Soloy Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Soloy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		61 34.77 N,5 0.13 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 61.579500
  • Longitude: 5.002167
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOLOY
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Length 42.1 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 299
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 23, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Mar 20, 1999

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck SOLOY is located at the coordinates 61 34.77 N, 5 0.13 E off the coast of Floro, Norway, in the waters of Ausesundet. This vessel, which suffered a total loss following a sinking event, is documented under hydrographic reference H3649/81. The wreck site, initially recorded for filing purposes at 61 34.48 N, 05 00.15 E, represents a significant underwater obstruction in the Ausesundet area. Maritime records confirm the vessel sank on December 15, 1987, and the site remains an important navigation detail for mariners and hydrographic surveyors monitoring underwater hazards in Norwegian coastal waters.

Surveying Details

H3649/81 15.12.87 SANK AT AUSESUNDET, FLORO. TOTAL LOSS. (LL, 4.12.87) - NCA YET, POSN 613448N, 050015E FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

4.12.87 RAN AGROUND. SUBSEQUENTLY CAPSIZED AND SANK. (LL, 4.12.87)

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FAQ

Where is the SOLOY wreck located?

The SOLOY wreck is located at coordinates 61 34.77 N,5 0.13 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SOLOY?

The seabed around the SOLOY lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the SOLOY sink?

The SOLOY sank on Aug 23, 1987.

When was the wreck of the SOLOY discovered?

The wreck of the SOLOY was discovered in 1987.

What country did the SOLOY belong to?

The SOLOY belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the SOLOY?

The SOLOY had a tonnage of 299 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOLOY?

The SOLOY is classified as a motor vessel.

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