Hmml 216 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hmml 216 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 17.334 N,1 46.394 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.288900
  • Longitude: 1.773233
Water Depth 32 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMML 216
Type launch
Flag GB
Length 26.2 m
Width 3.7 m
Tonnage 76
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Oct 3, 2000

Surveying Details

FOUNDERED IN HEAVY WEATHER AFTER BEING MINED. (WW2SL). POSN 511718N, 014630E FOR FILING ONLY. H4403/65 29.3.66 H4403/65 29.3.66 NOTHING FOUND. (HMS MYRMIDON, 1965). H4988/71 3.1.71 H4988/71 3.1.71 NOTHING FOUND ALTHOUGH AREA WAS SWEPT EXTENSIVELY WITH SONAR & DCS 3 SIDE SCAN AREA ABOUT 8 CABLES BY 5 CABLES. (HMS FAWN, K6274/9) H2350/85 5.12.86 H2350/85 5.12.86 NOT FOUND. (NP 1008, HI 317A). HH090/608/01 30.3.94 HH090/608/01 30.3.94 NOT FOUND. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 608). AMENDED TO DEAD. HH091/159/01 30.7.07 HH091/159/01 30.7.07 NOT LOCATED BY M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (OSAE, HI 1159). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED IN HEAVY WEATHER AFTER BEING MINED. (WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the HMML 216 wreck located?

The HMML 216 wreck is located at coordinates 51 17.334 N,1 46.394 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMML 216?

The seabed around the HMML 216 lies at approximately 32 meters deep.

When did the HMML 216 sink?

The HMML 216 sank on Sep 28, 1944.

When was the wreck of the HMML 216 discovered?

The wreck of the HMML 216 was discovered in 1944.

What country did the HMML 216 belong to?

The HMML 216 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMML 216?

The HMML 216 had a tonnage of 76 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMML 216?

The HMML 216 is classified as a launch.

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