Argyle (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Argyle (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 58.836 N,5 36.181 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.980600
  • Longitude: -5.603017
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARGYLE (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1185
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Mar 21, 2025

Surveying Details

1.4.18 REFERRED TO IN U BOAT TELEGRAM FROM LARNE, GIVING POSN 545800N, 053700W APPROX. NCA. 23.7.69 INS NDW (PA). NC 2724. 16.12.69 INS NDW (PA). NE 2198. SAME POSN AS 'ARDGLASS' [WK NO.5190] H5983/82 26.10.82 WK SHOWN IN 545850N, 053607W [OGB] ON KINGFISHER TRAWLING PLOTS A-PLOT 14 [1982]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PRESUMED TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE, BUT NO REFERENCE IN WW1SL OR DER KRIEG ZUR SEE.

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FAQ

Where is the ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 54 58.836 N,5 36.181 W.

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

The seabed around the ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 1, 1918.

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

The wreck of the ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ARGYLE (POSSIBLY)?

The ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1185 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARGYLE (POSSIBLY)?

The ARGYLE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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