Southern Quest Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Southern quest Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		76 57 S,167 13 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -76.950000
  • Longitude: 167.216667
Water Depth 180 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOUTHERN QUEST
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 39 m
Width 8.2 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 322
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 11, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1278/86 23.1.86 H1278/86 23.1.86 SANK IN APPROX POSN 765700S, 1671300E. (LL 13.1.86). INS AS NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 7, 2008

Circumstances of loss

WAS TRAPPED BY ICE WHILE ON PASSAGE TO CAPE EVANS, ROSS ISLAND, IN SUPPORT OF 'IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF SCOTT 1984 ANTARCTIC EXPEDITION'. SANK QUICKLY WHEN HULL WAS CRUSHED AND SPLIT. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SOUTHERN QUEST wreck located?

The SOUTHERN QUEST wreck is located at coordinates 76 57 S,167 13 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SOUTHERN QUEST?

The seabed around the SOUTHERN QUEST lies at approximately 180 meters deep.

When did the SOUTHERN QUEST sink?

The SOUTHERN QUEST sank on Jan 11, 1986.

When was the wreck of the SOUTHERN QUEST discovered?

The wreck of the SOUTHERN QUEST was discovered in 1986.

What country did the SOUTHERN QUEST belong to?

The SOUTHERN QUEST belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SOUTHERN QUEST?

The SOUTHERN QUEST had a tonnage of 322 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOUTHERN QUEST?

The SOUTHERN QUEST is classified as a motor vessel.

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