Sorfold Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Sorfold Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 1 S,73 12 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -37.016667
  • Longitude: -73.200000
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SORFOLD
Type trawler
Flag CL
Length 61.9 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 797
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 12, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH646/411/01 8.9.93 HH646/411/01 8.9.93 SANK 2 MILES FROM CORONEL IN 370100S, 731200W, WITH BOW AT 190 DEG, IN GEN DEPTH 30MTRS. (LL 19.8.93). 1NS DWPA. - NM 3088/93.
Last Amended Date Sep 8, 1993

Circumstances of loss

SANK DURING ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS WHILE ON PASSAGE TO CORONEL FOLLOWING FISHING ACTIVITIES.

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FAQ

Where is the SORFOLD wreck located?

The SORFOLD wreck is located at coordinates 37 1 S,73 12 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SORFOLD?

The seabed around the SORFOLD lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the SORFOLD sink?

The SORFOLD sank on Jul 12, 1993.

When was the wreck of the SORFOLD discovered?

The wreck of the SORFOLD was discovered in 1993.

What country did the SORFOLD belong to?

The SORFOLD belonged to CL.

What was the tonnage of the SORFOLD?

The SORFOLD had a tonnage of 797 tons.

What type of wreck is the SORFOLD?

The SORFOLD is classified as a trawler.

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