B.y.m.s. 2053 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
B.y.m.s. 2053 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
44 41 N,12 37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 44.683333
  • Longitude: 12.616667
Water Depth 28 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name B.Y.M.S. 2053
Type minesweeper
Flag GB
Length 41.1 m
Width 7.3 m
Draught 1.8
Tonnage 207
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 29, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 444100N, 123700E APPROX. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MED, FEB'52). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 20, 2018

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, STRUCK A MINE & SANK OFF RAVENNA. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED FEB' 1952).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 44 41 N,12 37 E
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FAQ

Where is the B.Y.M.S. 2053 wreck located?

The B.Y.M.S. 2053 wreck is located at coordinates 44 41 N,12 37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the B.Y.M.S. 2053?

The seabed around the B.Y.M.S. 2053 lies at approximately 28 meters deep.

When did the B.Y.M.S. 2053 sink?

The B.Y.M.S. 2053 sank on Apr 29, 1945.

When was the wreck of the B.Y.M.S. 2053 discovered?

The wreck of the B.Y.M.S. 2053 was discovered in 1945.

What country did the B.Y.M.S. 2053 belong to?

The B.Y.M.S. 2053 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the B.Y.M.S. 2053?

The B.Y.M.S. 2053 had a tonnage of 207 tons.

What type of wreck is the B.Y.M.S. 2053?

The B.Y.M.S. 2053 is classified as a minesweeper.