Bengore Head Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bengore head Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 20 N,13 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.333333
  • Longitude: -13.333333
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BENGORE HEAD
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 2490
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 20, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 19.7.77 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 150 MILES NW FROM FASTNET. (WW1SL). GIVES POSN APPROX 522000N, 132000W IN GEN DEPTH 500 MTRS. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED & SUNK BY TORPEDO BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the BENGORE HEAD wreck located?

The BENGORE HEAD wreck is located at coordinates 52 20 N,13 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BENGORE HEAD?

The seabed around the BENGORE HEAD lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the BENGORE HEAD sink?

The BENGORE HEAD sank on Jun 20, 1917.

When was the wreck of the BENGORE HEAD discovered?

The wreck of the BENGORE HEAD was discovered in 1917.

What country did the BENGORE HEAD belong to?

The BENGORE HEAD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BENGORE HEAD?

The BENGORE HEAD had a tonnage of 2490 tons.

What type of wreck is the BENGORE HEAD?

The BENGORE HEAD is classified as a motor vessel.

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