Abessinia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Abessinia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 39 N,1 36.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.650000
  • Longitude: -1.601617
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ABESSINIA
Type steam ship
Length 137.5 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 9.4
Tonnage 5753
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 3, 1921
Original Detection Year 1921
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details POSN 553900N, 013600W. FOR FILING ONLY. H1280/77 2.3.77 FOUNDERED ON KNIVESTONE, FARNE IS. (W MCINTOSH, LTR DTD 6.1.77). NCA. HH090/915/01 21.1.02 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 915). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 21, 2002

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON KNAVESTONE ROCK, FARNE I. (LLOYDS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 39 N,1 36.097 W
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FAQ

Where is the ABESSINIA wreck located?

The ABESSINIA wreck is located at coordinates 55 39 N,1 36.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ABESSINIA?

The seabed around the ABESSINIA lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the ABESSINIA sink?

The ABESSINIA sank on Sep 3, 1921.

When was the wreck of the ABESSINIA discovered?

The wreck of the ABESSINIA was discovered in 1921.

What was the tonnage of the ABESSINIA?

The ABESSINIA had a tonnage of 5753 tons.

What type of wreck is the ABESSINIA?

The ABESSINIA is classified as a steam ship.