Exeter Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Exeter Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 45.887 N,8 4.84 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.764783
  • Longitude: -8.080667
Wreck Depth 30 m
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EXETER
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 165
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 29, 1941
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Jul 9, 2009

Surveying Details

SUNK 5M SW OF BALLYCOTTON. (WW2 SL). 30.8.72 30.8.72 POSN 514552N, 080448W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 13.3.78 13.3.78 INS AS WK USC PA 30MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NC 2049. 9.7.09 SEP 2009/000073610 9.7.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (SDC BATHY EXAMINATION OF GSI SURVEY CV08_08). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

ATTACKED AND BOMBED BY AIRCRAFT.

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FAQ

Where is the EXETER wreck located?

The EXETER wreck is located at coordinates 51 45.887 N,8 4.84 W.

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

The EXETER lies at a depth of about 30 meters and is located at coordinates 51 45.887 N,8 4.84 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EXETER?

The seabed around the EXETER lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the EXETER sink?

The EXETER sank on Mar 29, 1941.

When was the wreck of the EXETER discovered?

The wreck of the EXETER was discovered in 1941.

What country did the EXETER belong to?

The EXETER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EXETER?

The EXETER had a tonnage of 165 tons.

What type of wreck is the EXETER?

The EXETER is classified as a trawler.

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