Clan Stuart Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Clan stuart Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 3.637 N,3 16.073 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.060617
  • Longitude: -3.267883
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLAN STUART
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 131.1 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 5760
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 11, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Feb 7, 2001

Surveying Details

H992/40 22.8.41 H992/40 22.8.41 SANK 18M SE OF START POINT. (C-IN-C WESTERN APPS., 12.3.40). NCA. H095/39 27.3.40 H095/39 NON SUB CONTACT IN 500400N, 031500W. (WESTERN APPS., 27.3.40). POOR SONAR CONTACT IN 500500N, 031400W. (AUBD 303/141). H1270/77 12.5.81 H1270/77 12.5.81 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 35MTRS IN 500400N, 031400W [OGB]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). R/P. H1310/85/17 10.6.85 H1310/85/17 10.6.85 WK IN 500343N, 031607W [OGB] USING DECCA. (C WILLIAMS, CHARTLET SUPPLIED, 6.6.85). PROBABLY THIS WK. NCA. H1270/84 10.6.85 H1270/84 10.6.85 AMEND TO USC 40MTRS IN 500336N, 031600W [OGB]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). R/P. HH090/912/01 HH090/912/01 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 912). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

12.3.40 SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH UNKNOWN VESSEL DURING FOGGY CONDITIONS. (C-IN-C WEST APPS., 12.3.40).

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FAQ

Where is the CLAN STUART wreck located?

The CLAN STUART wreck is located at coordinates 50 3.637 N,3 16.073 W.

How deep is the CLAN STUART and where exactly is it located?

The CLAN STUART lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 50 3.637 N,3 16.073 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CLAN STUART?

The seabed around the CLAN STUART lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the CLAN STUART sink?

The CLAN STUART sank on Mar 11, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CLAN STUART discovered?

The wreck of the CLAN STUART was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CLAN STUART belong to?

The CLAN STUART belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CLAN STUART carrying?

The CLAN STUART was carrying general and mixed goods,chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the CLAN STUART?

The CLAN STUART had a tonnage of 5760 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLAN STUART?

The CLAN STUART is classified as a steam ship.

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