Vastkusten Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vastkusten Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 50 N,6 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.833333
  • Longitude: 6.500000
Water Depth 320 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VASTKUSTEN
Type fishing vessel
Flag SE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 16, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.6.73 POSN GIVEN AS 575000N, 063000E, OFF LINDESNES, NORWAY. (LLOYDS VOL.212) NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE IN ENGINE ROOM & EXPLODED, OFF LINDESNES, NORWAY. CREW RESCUED. (LLOYDS VOL.212)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 57 50 N,6 30 E
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FAQ

Where is the VASTKUSTEN wreck located?

The VASTKUSTEN wreck is located at coordinates 57 50 N,6 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VASTKUSTEN?

The seabed around the VASTKUSTEN lies at approximately 320 meters deep.

When did the VASTKUSTEN sink?

The VASTKUSTEN sank on Jun 16, 1973.

When was the wreck of the VASTKUSTEN discovered?

The wreck of the VASTKUSTEN was discovered in 1973.

What country did the VASTKUSTEN belong to?

The VASTKUSTEN belonged to SE.

What type of wreck is the VASTKUSTEN?

The VASTKUSTEN is classified as a fishing vessel.

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