Cape Finisterre (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cape finisterre (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 2.536 N,5 1.063 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.042267
  • Longitude: -5.017717
Water Depth 64 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 117.3 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 4380
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 2, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK 1M SSE OF MANACLES BUOY IN APPROX 500230N, 050100W. (DOCKET M014666). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H4239/73 15.8.74 NO SONAR CONTACT IN THIS POSN. POSSIBLY WK IN 500209.5N, 050140W [16239]. (HMS HECATE, 1974). AMENDED TO DEAD. SEE ALSO WK 'KROSFOND' [16249]. 26.4.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1406). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 13, 1999

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. 35 LIVES LOST. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 2.536 N,5 1.063 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 64 meters deep.

When did the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 2, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY)?

The CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4380 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY)?

The CAPE FINISTERRE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.