Admiral Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Admiral Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
66 53.667 N,22 2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 66.894450
  • Longitude: -22.033333
Water Depth 158 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ADMIRAL
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 182
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 24, 1897
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.9.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 28M NNE OF NORTH CAPE. (GRIMSBY LOST LIST). POSN 6653.40N, 2202.00W FOR FILING ONLY. 6.12.05 NOT SHOWN ON ICELANDIC 51 [INT 1105] [DEC'01 EDN, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NC 2899.
Last Amended Date Jul 26, 2018

Circumstances of loss

LOST IN COLLISION WITH ICE ABOUT 28M NNE OF NORTH CAPE, ICELAND. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the ADMIRAL wreck located?

The ADMIRAL wreck is located at coordinates 66 53.667 N,22 2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ADMIRAL?

The seabed around the ADMIRAL lies at approximately 158 meters deep.

When did the ADMIRAL sink?

The ADMIRAL sank on May 24, 1897.

When was the wreck of the ADMIRAL discovered?

The wreck of the ADMIRAL was discovered in 1972.

What country did the ADMIRAL belong to?

The ADMIRAL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ADMIRAL?

The ADMIRAL had a tonnage of 182 tons.

What type of wreck is the ADMIRAL?

The ADMIRAL is classified as a trawler.