Tonn Vale Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Tonn vale Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
56 39.608 N,5 57.244 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.660133
  • Longitude: -5.954067
Water Depth -1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TONN VALE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 14.7 m
Width 5 m
Draught 2.5
Tonnage 27
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 30, 2003
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 2003
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH272/550/05 3.2.03 GROUNDED IN 5639.62N, 0557.18W [OGB]. ATTEMPTS TO REFLOAT FAILED. BEYOND SALVAGE DUE TO DAMAGE. (MRCC CLYDE, FAX DTD 1.2.03). NCA. 13.3.12 EXAM'D 27.10.11. NOT LOCATED USING M/B WITHIN 250MTRS RADIUS OF LISTED POSN. (NETSURVEY, HI 1364). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 13, 2012

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD IN 1968 IN ARBROATH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY D MCKIE, TOBERMORY. OIL ENGINE OF 112HP, SINGLE SHAFT. GROUNDED. BECAME TOO BADLY DAMAGED TO SALVE. (MRCC CLYDE)

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FAQ

Where is the TONN VALE wreck located?

The TONN VALE wreck is located at coordinates 56 39.608 N,5 57.244 W.

When did the TONN VALE sink?

The TONN VALE sank on Jan 30, 2003.

When was the wreck of the TONN VALE discovered?

The wreck of the TONN VALE was discovered in 2003.

What country did the TONN VALE belong to?

The TONN VALE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the TONN VALE?

The TONN VALE had a tonnage of 27 tons.

What type of wreck is the TONN VALE?

The TONN VALE is classified as a fishing vessel.