Cairntorr Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cairntorr Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 41.036 N,0 14.905 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.683933
  • Longitude: 0.248417
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAIRNTORR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 103.6 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3588
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 21, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 7 MILES S OF BEACHY HEAD. (WW1SL). POSN APPROX 503700N, 001430E. NCA. SUNK 3 MILES S OF BEACHY HEAD. (LL WW1). POSN APPROX 504100N, 001500E. NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H4959/73 15.4.75 NOT LOCATED DURING AREA SONAR & E/S SEARCH. NO CLOSE SEARCH. GEN DEPTH 52MTRS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 55/74). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 16, 2007

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE WHILE ON PASSAGE TYNE TO GENOA. (WW1SL & LL WW1).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 41.036 N,0 14.905 E
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FAQ

Where is the CAIRNTORR wreck located?

The CAIRNTORR wreck is located at coordinates 50 41.036 N,0 14.905 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CAIRNTORR?

The seabed around the CAIRNTORR lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the CAIRNTORR sink?

The CAIRNTORR sank on Mar 21, 1915.

When was the wreck of the CAIRNTORR discovered?

The wreck of the CAIRNTORR was discovered in 1915.

What country did the CAIRNTORR belong to?

The CAIRNTORR belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CAIRNTORR carrying?

The CAIRNTORR was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the CAIRNTORR?

The CAIRNTORR had a tonnage of 3588 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAIRNTORR?

The CAIRNTORR is classified as a steam ship.