Aguila (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Aguila (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 58.263 N,6 6.574 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.971050
  • Longitude: -6.109567
Wreck Depth 82 m
Water Depth 92 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AGUILA (POSSIBLY)
Type carrier
Flag GB
Length 83.8 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.2
Sonar Length 40
Shadow Height 9
Tonnage 2114
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 27, 1915
Scour Dimensions ,,001.0,
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SANK 47M SW FROM THE SMALLS LTHO. (WW1SL & DODS). GIVES POSN APPROX 505800N, 060630W. H1932/79 17.2.81 EXAM'D 3.7.80 IN 505814N, 060631W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 82 IN GEN DEPTH 92MTRS. SCOUR 1 MTR DEEP. DCS3 LENGTH 40MTRS. HT 9MTRS. (HMS FAWN, HI 56A/79-80). INS AS WK 82MTRS. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 12, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1909 BY CALEDON SHIBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO, DUNDEE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY YEOWARD LINE LTD (AGUILAS SS CO). TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 278 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR LISBON AND THE CANARY ISLANDS. CAPTURED BY U 28. SUNK BY GUNFIRE AND SINGLE TORPEDO, BROKE IN TWO AS SHE SANK. 7 CREW & 1 PASSENGER LOST. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the AGUILA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The AGUILA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 58.263 N,6 6.574 W.

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

The AGUILA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 82 meters and is located at coordinates 50 58.263 N,6 6.574 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AGUILA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the AGUILA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 92 meters deep.

When did the AGUILA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The AGUILA (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 27, 1915.

When was the wreck of the AGUILA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the AGUILA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1915.

What country did the AGUILA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The AGUILA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AGUILA (POSSIBLY)?

The AGUILA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2114 tons.

What type of wreck is the AGUILA (POSSIBLY)?

The AGUILA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a carrier.

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