W F Vint Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
W f vint Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 26.02 N,1 2.391 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.433667
  • Longitude: 1.039850
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name W F VINT
Type ferry
Flag GB
Length 18.3 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 12, 1957
Original Detection Year 1957
Last Detection Year 1958
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H4609/57 14.8.57 SMALL FERRY, LENGTH 50 TO 60FT, SUNK IN 532600N, 010230E, APPROX. (LL 13.8.57). SUNK BUT WITH BOW STILL ABOVE WATER. (HUMBER RADIO, 12.8.57). NCA YET. H4609/57 18.8.57 WK DEPTH 34FT IN 532600N, 010200E. (TH, GT YARMOUTH). NCA YET. H4609/57 11.12.58 COULD NOT BE FOUND DURING SEARCH 2 MILES RADIUS AROUND REPD POSN. (HMS SCOTT, 14.8.58). NCA. SEP 2019/000300377 18.12.19 NOT LOCATED USING M/B. (CLINTON MARINE, HI 1596). NCA
Last Amended Date Dec 18, 2019

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW OF S TUG GEORGE V FROM SUNDERLAND TO SOUTHEND-ON-SEA.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 26.02 N,1 2.391 E
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FAQ

Where is the W F VINT wreck located?

The W F VINT wreck is located at coordinates 53 26.02 N,1 2.391 E.

How deep is the seabed around the W F VINT?

The seabed around the W F VINT lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the W F VINT sink?

The W F VINT sank on Aug 12, 1957.

When was the wreck of the W F VINT discovered?

The wreck of the W F VINT was discovered in 1957.

What country did the W F VINT belong to?

The W F VINT belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the W F VINT?

The W F VINT is classified as a ferry.