Amsterdam Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Amsterdam Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 19.003 N,1 27.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.316717
  • Longitude: -1.451617
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMSTERDAM
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 66.8 m
Width 8.8 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 806
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 24, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 24.2.18 24.2.18 POSN 551900N, 012700W. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). H4214/26 1.7.26 H4214/26 1.7.26 INS AS NDW(1918) (PA). BR STD. H460/67 29.3.67 H460/67 29.3.67 NOT LOCATED WITHIN 2 MILE RADIUS OF LISTED POSN. (HMS ENTERPRISE, ROS DTD 22.9.66). DELETED. BR STD. HH090/843/01 4.1.00 HH090/843/01 4.1.00 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 843). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 12, 1999

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1877 BY CUNLIFFE & DUNLOP OF PORT GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY JAMES RANKIN & SON. COMPOUND ENGINE, SINGLE SCREW. PASSAGE LEITH FOR ROTTERDAM. CARGO GENERAL AND COAL. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY UC 49.

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FAQ

Where is the AMSTERDAM wreck located?

The AMSTERDAM wreck is located at coordinates 55 19.003 N,1 27.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMSTERDAM?

The seabed around the AMSTERDAM lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the AMSTERDAM sink?

The AMSTERDAM sank on Feb 24, 1918.

When was the wreck of the AMSTERDAM discovered?

The wreck of the AMSTERDAM was discovered in 1918.

What country did the AMSTERDAM belong to?

The AMSTERDAM belonged to GB.

What cargo was the AMSTERDAM carrying?

The AMSTERDAM was carrying general and mixed goods,coal.

What was the tonnage of the AMSTERDAM?

The AMSTERDAM had a tonnage of 806 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMSTERDAM?

The AMSTERDAM is classified as a steam ship.

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