Bilbster Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bilbster Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 20 N,13 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.333333
  • Longitude: -13.333333
Water Depth 5000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BILBSTER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 108.2 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 4478
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 21, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source other
Surveying Details 20.9.72 20.9.72 SANK IN 432000N, 132000W APPROX. (DODS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 25, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1908 BY RICHADSON, DUCK & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY A H & E GUNN AS AN ADMIRALTY COLLIER. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 355NHP. PASSAGE NEWPORT FOR GIBRALTAR. SANK WHEN SHE WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the BILBSTER wreck located?

The BILBSTER wreck is located at coordinates 43 20 N,13 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BILBSTER?

The seabed around the BILBSTER lies at approximately 5000 meters deep.

When did the BILBSTER sink?

The BILBSTER sank on Nov 21, 1917.

When was the wreck of the BILBSTER discovered?

The wreck of the BILBSTER was discovered in 1917.

What country did the BILBSTER belong to?

The BILBSTER belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BILBSTER carrying?

The BILBSTER was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the BILBSTER?

The BILBSTER had a tonnage of 4478 tons.

What type of wreck is the BILBSTER?

The BILBSTER is classified as a steam ship.

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