Viking Anton (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Viking anton (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 48.46 N,2 4.41 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.807667
  • Longitude: 2.073500
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 88 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 290
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals,stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 20, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 21.12.71 SANK IN 565000N, 020000E [EUR] APPROX. (LLOYDS 206). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 30.6.75 AMENDED TO USC PA 57MTRS. NC 272. H3227/78 11.1.79 WK LOCATED WHILE LAYING OUT ANCHORS DURING MOVE OF SEMI-SUBMERSIBLE DRILLING RIG IN 564830N, 020430E [EUR] USING PULSE/8. GEN DEPTH 88MTRS. (S. HAMMICK, GARDLINE SURVEYS LTD. TELECON 2.1.79). PROBABLY THE VIKING ANTON. AMEND TO USC 65MTRS. NC 272. 14.11.83 NOW REPD AS UNLIKELY TO BE A WK, BUT MAN-MADE OBJECT ABOUT 10MTRS IN LENGTH & HARDLY PROUD OF THE SEABED. POSN WILL BE FORWARDED DURING FURTHER INVESTIGATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT IN NEAR FUTURE. (MR WOODWARD, SHELL EXPRO, TELECON 14.11.83). NCA YET.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 2017

Circumstances of loss

CAPSIZED AND SANK DUE TO SHIFTING CARGO IN HEAVY WEATHER. PASSAGE NORDDAL TO GUNNESS. (LLOYDS 206).

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FAQ

Where is the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 56 48.46 N,2 4.41 E.

How deep is the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 56 48.46 N,2 4.41 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 88 meters deep.

When did the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) sink?

The VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) sank on Dec 20, 1971.

When was the wreck of the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1971.

What country did the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What cargo was the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) was carrying minerals,stone.

What was the tonnage of the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY)?

The VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 290 tons.

What type of wreck is the VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY)?

The VIKING ANTON (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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