Wim Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Wim Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 20.15 N,4 29.82 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.335833
  • Longitude: 4.497000
Water Depth 24 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WIM
Type fishing vessel
Flag NL
Length 25 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 21, 1970
Original Detection Year 1970
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.3.70 SUNK 20M N OF TEXEL LTV, OFF KATWIJK. POSN APPROX 532200N, 042100E. (LL 199). NCA. 18.7.89 WIM (KW 103), UNCHARTED RECORD IN 532012N, 042954E. (NETHERLANDS WK RECORDS - JAN'88 EDN - NO L11 33). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 6, 2018

Circumstances of loss

BELIEVED TO HAVE SUNK WHILST HOVE TO SOME 20 MILES N OF TEXEL LTV IN BAD WEATHER. SOME WRECKAGE & LIFERAFTS FOUND. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 20.15 N,4 29.82 E
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FAQ

Where is the WIM wreck located?

The WIM wreck is located at coordinates 53 20.15 N,4 29.82 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WIM?

The seabed around the WIM lies at approximately 24 meters deep.

When did the WIM sink?

The WIM sank on Feb 21, 1970.

When was the wreck of the WIM discovered?

The wreck of the WIM was discovered in 1970.

What country did the WIM belong to?

The WIM belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the WIM?

The WIM is classified as a fishing vessel.