Sunbird Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status lifted
Sunbird Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 58.11 N,5 59.162 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.968500
  • Longitude: -5.986033
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUNBIRD
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 12.2 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 14, 1985
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1985
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H4458/80 31.5.85 ABANDONED AGROUND IN LOCH TARBET IN 555807N, 055906W, APPROX. (LL 16.5.85). NCA. H4458/80 1.7.85 WK REMOVED. (LL, 29.5.85). NCA. 2.12.10 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1329). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 2, 2010

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the SUNBIRD wreck located?

The SUNBIRD wreck is located at coordinates 55 58.11 N,5 59.162 W.

When did the SUNBIRD sink?

The SUNBIRD sank on May 14, 1985.

When was the wreck of the SUNBIRD discovered?

The wreck of the SUNBIRD was discovered in 1985.

What country did the SUNBIRD belong to?

The SUNBIRD belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SUNBIRD?

The SUNBIRD is classified as a fishing vessel.