Sudurland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sudurland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		62 45 N,8 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 62.750000
  • Longitude: -8.333333
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUDURLAND
Type motor vessel
Flag IS
Length 73.2 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 25, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3705/71 1.4.82 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 40 MILES N OF MYKINES OR 624500N 082000W (LL 27.3.82). PLOTS IN OVER 500 MTRS. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN BAD WEATHER AFTER CARGO SHIFTED WHILST EN-ROUTE THORSHAVN (FAROES) TO THORSHOFN (ICELAND).

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FAQ

Where is the SUDURLAND wreck located?

The SUDURLAND wreck is located at coordinates 62 45 N,8 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SUDURLAND?

The seabed around the SUDURLAND lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the SUDURLAND sink?

The SUDURLAND sank on Mar 25, 1982.

When was the wreck of the SUDURLAND discovered?

The wreck of the SUDURLAND was discovered in 1982.

What country did the SUDURLAND belong to?

The SUDURLAND belonged to IS.

What cargo was the SUDURLAND carrying?

The SUDURLAND was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the SUDURLAND?

The SUDURLAND had a tonnage of 499 tons.

What type of wreck is the SUDURLAND?

The SUDURLAND is classified as a motor vessel.

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