Hans Hoth (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hans hoth (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 7.471 N,1 3.417 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.124517
  • Longitude: -1.056950
Wreck Depth 89 m
Water Depth 92 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HANS HOTH (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag DE
Sonar Length 48
Sonar Width 20
Shadow Height 3.3
Orientation 176
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 10, 1952
Scour Dimensions ,,001.2,
Original Detection Year 1952
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Nov 12, 1999

Surveying Details

H1109/52 24.2.52 SANK 15 MILES ENE OF TYNE ENTRANCE. (TYNEMOUTH CG, 12.2.52). INS AS NDW IN 550806N, 010112W. BR STD. H6330/87 13.9.88 WK, LEAST DEPTH 89.4MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 92.1MTRS, IN 550728N, 010319W. (GARDLINE, TELEX 12.9.88). NCA. H6330/87/2 8.12.88 EXAM'D 22.7.88 IN 550728N, 010319W [OGB] USING SYLEDIS [6 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 89.4 IN GEN DEPTH 92.1MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 93.2MTRS. DCS3 HT 3.3MTRS. APPEARS TO BE PATCH OF DEBRIS, POSSIBLY PARTIALLY BURIED IN SEDIMENT, OCCUPYING AREA 48 X 20MTRS AND CONTAINING WRECKAGE, ORIENTATION OF WHICH IS 176/356 DEG. (GARDLINE, HI 414A). AMEND TO WK 89MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

TOOK ON HEAVY LIST WHEN CARGO SHIFTED WHILE ON PASSAGE BO'NESS TO HAMBURG. WAS TAKEN IN TOW BY TUG HENDON BUT LATER SANK.

General Comments

PROABLE AREA OF WRECKAGE

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 7.471 N,1 3.417 W
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FAQ

Where is the HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 7.471 N,1 3.417 W.

How deep is the HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 89 meters and is located at coordinates 55 7.471 N,1 3.417 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HANS HOTH (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 92 meters deep.

When did the HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) sink?

The HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) sank on Feb 10, 1952.

When was the wreck of the HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1952.

What country did the HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) belong to?

The HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the HANS HOTH (PROBABLY)?

The HANS HOTH (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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