Continental Coaster (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Continental coaster (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 0.691 N,2 11.444 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.011517
  • Longitude: 2.190733
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 555
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 24, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H0953/40 20.2.40 SUNK IN 525930N, 021100E, APPROX. (AUTHORITY UNKNOWN). INS AS NDWPA. - NM 350/41. SANK IN 525900N, 021000E, APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). H3730/69 3.6.29 NOT FOUND DURING INTENSIVE E/S AND SONAR SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG, 1969). DELETE. LC 1503. 20.11.72 WK SHOWN IN 525945N, 021100E [EUR] ON NETH FISHERY CHART 1954, RECEIVED 7.11.72. HH090/524/01 3.1.92 WK LOCATED 11.7.91 IN 530039.8N, 021133.4E [OGB] USING SYLEDIS. NOT EXAMINED AS IT LIES WITHIN 500MTR EXCLUSION ZONE AROUND PLATFORM 49-26D. PROBABLY THIS WK. (LAND & MARINE). INS AS NDW. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Sep 23, 2002

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN E-BOAT.

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FAQ

Where is the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 0.691 N,2 11.444 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) sink?

The CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) sank on Sep 24, 1940.

When was the wreck of the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) belong to?

The CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) carrying?

The CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) was carrying scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY)?

The CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 555 tons.

What type of wreck is the CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY)?

The CONTINENTAL COASTER (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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