Botwey Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Botwey Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 42 N,9 58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.700000
  • Longitude: -9.966667
Water Depth 2100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOTWEY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 128 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 5106
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 30, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK IN POSN 554200N, 095800W. (DSNE 693).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE ON VOYAGE FROM MERSEY TO PORT SULPHUR.

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FAQ

Where is the BOTWEY wreck located?

The BOTWEY wreck is located at coordinates 55 42 N,9 58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BOTWEY?

The seabed around the BOTWEY lies at approximately 2100 meters deep.

When did the BOTWEY sink?

The BOTWEY sank on Jul 30, 1941.

When was the wreck of the BOTWEY discovered?

The wreck of the BOTWEY was discovered in 1941.

What country did the BOTWEY belong to?

The BOTWEY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BOTWEY?

The BOTWEY had a tonnage of 5106 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOTWEY?

The BOTWEY is classified as a steam ship.

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