Tinker Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tinker Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 57.012 N,3 3.082 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.950200
  • Longitude: -3.051367
Water Depth -3 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TINKER
Type sloop
Flag GB
Length 8.7 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 25, 2000
Original Detection Year 2000
Original Source other
Surveying Details HH206/440/07 11.9.00 SANK IN 5357.0N, 0303.0W. VESSEL BURNED OUT AND IS EXPECTED TO BREAK UP ON THE NEXT TIDE. (MRSC LIVERPOOL, TLX DTD 29.8.00). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE, GAS BOTTLES ON BOARD EXPLODED. CREW OF ONE RECOVERED.

General Comments

ONLY BURNED OUT WOODN HULL REMAINS

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FAQ

Where is the TINKER wreck located?

The TINKER wreck is located at coordinates 53 57.012 N,3 3.082 W.

When did the TINKER sink?

The TINKER sank on Aug 25, 2000.

When was the wreck of the TINKER discovered?

The wreck of the TINKER was discovered in 2000.

What country did the TINKER belong to?

The TINKER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the TINKER?

The TINKER is classified as a sloop.