Spuler Vi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Spuler vi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 53 N,7 25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.883333
  • Longitude: 7.416667
Water Depth 450 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SPULER VI
Type dredger
Tonnage 855
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 3, 1979
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1979
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.4.79 5.4.79 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 575300N, 072500E APPROX. (LL, 4.4.79). NCA. PLOTS IN 450MTRS, TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1965. PASSAGE FROM BODO FOR KIEL. SANK WHILST UNDER TOW OF M TUG BENI, WHEN SEEKING REFUGE FROM BAD WEATHER 6M OFF RYVINGEN LT. OWNED BY PHILIPP HOLZMANN AG. 4 OF 6 CREW LOST. (MSD).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 53 N,7 25 E
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FAQ

Where is the SPULER VI wreck located?

The SPULER VI wreck is located at coordinates 57 53 N,7 25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SPULER VI?

The seabed around the SPULER VI lies at approximately 450 meters deep.

When did the SPULER VI sink?

The SPULER VI sank on Apr 3, 1979.

When was the wreck of the SPULER VI discovered?

The wreck of the SPULER VI was discovered in 1979.

What was the tonnage of the SPULER VI?

The SPULER VI had a tonnage of 855 tons.

What type of wreck is the SPULER VI?

The SPULER VI is classified as a dredger.

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