Hmms 170 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hmms 170 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
43 30 N,10 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.500000
  • Longitude: 10.333333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect always dry
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name HMMS 170
Type minesweeper
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 12, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 1944
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 15.4.52 SANK IN 433000N, 102000E APPROX. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED FEB'52). FOR FILING ONLY, PLOTS ON LAND.
Last Amended Date Apr 23, 2012

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY A MINE. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB 1952).

General Comments

QUOTED POSN PLOTS ON LAND.

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FAQ

Where is the HMMS 170 wreck located?

The HMMS 170 wreck is located at coordinates 43 30 N,10 20 E.

When did the HMMS 170 sink?

The HMMS 170 sank on Oct 12, 1944.

When was the wreck of the HMMS 170 discovered?

The wreck of the HMMS 170 was discovered in 1944.

What country did the HMMS 170 belong to?

The HMMS 170 belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the HMMS 170?

The HMMS 170 is classified as a minesweeper.