Empire Gunner (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire gunner (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 8.506 N,5 19.78 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.141767
  • Longitude: -5.329667
Wreck Depth 68 m
Water Depth 74 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 112.8 m
Width 15.8 m
Sonar Length 50
Shadow Height 5
Tonnage 4492
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 7, 1941
Bottom Texture Sand
Scour Dimensions ,,002.0,
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2000

Surveying Details

H0109/45 9.4.45 H0109/45 POSN 520730N, 051930W. LENGTH 240FT, BEAM 120FT, HEIGHT 59FT. DIRECTION 062/242DEG. (WESTERN APPS 524, 9.4.45) 11.12.44 11.12.44 SONAR CONTACT IN 520700N, 052100W APPROX. SOME FUEL OIL. (C IN C WEST APPS, AUBD 319/164 & 319/165 (EG4)). H01001/40 10.10.66 H01001/40 10.10.66 ASSUMED TO BE EMPIRE GUNNER. (TRADE DIV LIST SEPT). 29.8.72 29.8.72 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 46MTRS. NC 1973. H1950/76 13.11.80 H1950/76 13.11.80 WK EXAM'D 12.5.80 IN 520829N, 051943W [OGB] USING HIFIX/6 [2 LOP] & DECCA. LEAST E/S DEPTH 68.5 IN GEN DEPTH 74MTRS. SCOUR 2MTRS. DCS3 HT 5MTRS. APPROX LENGTH 50MTRS. LYING N/S. STRONG MAGNETIC SIGNATURE. (HMS BEAGLE HI 40/80). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

EX-STRATHERN '06, EX-CONSTANTINOS '24, EX-KONSTANTIS LEMOS '28, EX-DANAOS '28, EX-MOSCARDIN '39, BUILT IN 1906 BY GRANGEMOUTH DOCKYARD CO LTD, GRANGEMOUTH. PASSAGE PEPEL FOR THE TEES. BOMBED BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT, ABANDONED AND LATER SANK. NO LOSS OF LIFE. (EMPIRE SHIPS, WW2SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 8.506 N,5 19.78 W.

How deep is the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 68 meters and is located at coordinates 52 8.506 N,5 19.78 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 74 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) sink?

The EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 7, 1941.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1945.

What country did the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY)?

The EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4492 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY)?

The EMPIRE GUNNER (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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