Hmms 117 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hmms 117 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
42 0 N,11 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.000000
  • Longitude: 11.916667
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name HMMS 117
Type minesweeper
Flag GB
Length 32 m
Width 7 m
Tonnage 165
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 1, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 2.5.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 420000N, 115500E APPROX. (WW2SL & ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB 1952). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 13, 2017

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, MINED AND SUNK AT CIVITAVECCHIA. (WW2SL & ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB 1952).

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FAQ

Where is the HMMS 117 wreck located?

The HMMS 117 wreck is located at coordinates 42 0 N,11 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMMS 117?

The seabed around the HMMS 117 lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the HMMS 117 sink?

The HMMS 117 sank on Sep 1, 1944.

When was the wreck of the HMMS 117 discovered?

The wreck of the HMMS 117 was discovered in 1944.

What country did the HMMS 117 belong to?

The HMMS 117 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMMS 117?

The HMMS 117 had a tonnage of 165 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMMS 117?

The HMMS 117 is classified as a minesweeper.