Cavallo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cavallo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 36.033 N,5 10.063 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.600550
  • Longitude: -5.167717
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 53 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAVALLO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2086
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 1, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 22, 2001

Surveying Details

1.2.18 1.2.18 POSN NW HALF W 6.5M FROM TREVOSE HEAD. (MASTER IDSA M6107). 5.2.18 5.2.18 POSN 6M NW TREVOSE HEAD APPROX. (BOT CO M6294). GIVES POSN APPROX 503600N, 051000W. 6.2.18 6.2.18 NO INFORMATION RE POSN. (MASTER BOT M6584). 3.2.18 3.2.18 POSN 503600N, 051000W. (CO IDSA M6297). H8149/19 31.10.19 H8149/19 31.10.19 CHART AS WK [OLD SYMBOL] PA IN 503600N, 051000W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NM 1959/19. H2537/28 27.8.28 H2537/28, H4337/28 27.8.28 NOW CHARTED AS NDW(1918) PA. BA 2565. H7613/52 4.12.52 H7613/52 4.12.52 NOW CHARTED AS NDW PA. NC 1156. 14.11.72 14.11.72 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 15FMS [28MTRS]. NE 1178. H2979/74 20.9.77 H2979/74 20.9.77 WK REPORTED IN 503601N, 051007W USING DECCA. (E.GILES, 16.5.77). NCA. H1247/69 4.5.78 H1247/69 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 35MTRS. NC 1178. HH090/799/02 22.11.01 HH090/799/02 22.11.01 NOT LOCATED WITHIN 1.8 MILES, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE 6M NW OF TREVOSE HEAD. (WW1SL)

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FAQ

Where is the CAVALLO wreck located?

The CAVALLO wreck is located at coordinates 50 36.033 N,5 10.063 W.

How deep is the CAVALLO and where exactly is it located?

The CAVALLO lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 50 36.033 N,5 10.063 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CAVALLO?

The seabed around the CAVALLO lies at approximately 53 meters deep.

When did the CAVALLO sink?

The CAVALLO sank on Feb 1, 1918.

When was the wreck of the CAVALLO discovered?

The wreck of the CAVALLO was discovered in 1918.

What country did the CAVALLO belong to?

The CAVALLO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CAVALLO carrying?

The CAVALLO was carrying coal,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the CAVALLO?

The CAVALLO had a tonnage of 2086 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAVALLO?

The CAVALLO is classified as a steam ship.

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