Hmmtb 15 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hmmtb 15 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 48.031 N,1 48.392 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.800517
  • Longitude: 1.806533
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMMTB 15
Type torpedo boat
Flag GB
Length 18.3 m
Width 4 m
Draught 0.9
Tonnage 18
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 24, 1940
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details H4988/71 6.1.72 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 SEARCH AT 800FT SPACING WITH 1000FT PERFORMANCE (250% COVERAGE). BOTTOM OF MUD & SAND RIPPLES. DOES NOT EXIST OR BURIED. (HMS FAWN). NCA. HH090/667/01 2.1.96 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 ON 100MTR SCALE AND MAGNETOMETER. (OCEONICS, HI 667). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 18, 2016

Circumstances of loss

MINED. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the HMMTB 15 wreck located?

The HMMTB 15 wreck is located at coordinates 51 48.031 N,1 48.392 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMMTB 15?

The seabed around the HMMTB 15 lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the HMMTB 15 sink?

The HMMTB 15 sank on Sep 24, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMMTB 15 discovered?

The wreck of the HMMTB 15 was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMMTB 15 belong to?

The HMMTB 15 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMMTB 15?

The HMMTB 15 had a tonnage of 18 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMMTB 15?

The HMMTB 15 is classified as a torpedo boat.

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