Hms King Edward Vii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms king edward vii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 42.342 N,3 53.655 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.705700
  • Longitude: -3.894250
Wreck Depth 94 m
Water Depth 108 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS KING EDWARD VII
Type battleship
Flag GB
Length 138.4 m
Width 23.8 m
Draught 8.2
Sonar Length 120
Shadow Height 14
Orientation 170
Tonnage 16350
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 6, 1916
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Mar 26, 2020

Surveying Details

SANK IN APPROX POSN 584300N, 041200W. (NHB) H2394/63 22.11.66 VERY GOOD SONAR CONTACT IN 584212N, 035324W. EXTENT 130FT, HT 60FT IN GEN DEPTH 65FMS. (HMS BERWICK, 9.11.66). H2925/83 11.1.84 LARGE WK EXAM'D 30.7.84 IN 584222N, 035334W [OGB] USING SYLEDIS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 94 IN GEN DEPTH 108MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 14MTRS, LENGTH 120MTRS. LYING 170/350 DEG. (BUE SUBSEA, HI 204). BR STD. 26.6.97 VESSEL CONFIRMED AS KING EDWARD VII. SEVERAL DIVERS GIVE DEPTH TO WK AS 115MTRS. WK INVERTED. IDENTIFIED BY SIZE AND RECOVERY OF MILITARY STYLE LAMP. IN ADDITION 6 INCH GUN BARRELS WERE NOTED PROTRUDING FROM UNDER THE HULL. BOXES OF SHELLS WERE NOTED ON THE SEABED. (L BISHOP, TELECON 26.6.97).

Circumstances of loss

STRUCK A MINE LAID BY GERMAN RAIDER SMS MOEWE IN W ENTRANCE TO PENTLAND FIRTH. WAS TAKEN IN TOW BUT SANK 9 HOURS LATER AFTER BEING ABANDONED BY ENTIRE SHIPS COMPANY.

General Comments

INTACT & COMPLETELY INVERTED, BOW SECTION BROKEN UP

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FAQ

Where is the HMS KING EDWARD VII wreck located?

The HMS KING EDWARD VII wreck is located at coordinates 58 42.342 N,3 53.655 W.

How deep is the HMS KING EDWARD VII and where exactly is it located?

The HMS KING EDWARD VII lies at a depth of about 94 meters and is located at coordinates 58 42.342 N,3 53.655 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS KING EDWARD VII?

The seabed around the HMS KING EDWARD VII lies at approximately 108 meters deep.

When did the HMS KING EDWARD VII sink?

The HMS KING EDWARD VII sank on Jan 6, 1916.

When was the wreck of the HMS KING EDWARD VII discovered?

The wreck of the HMS KING EDWARD VII was discovered in 1916.

What country did the HMS KING EDWARD VII belong to?

The HMS KING EDWARD VII belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS KING EDWARD VII?

The HMS KING EDWARD VII had a tonnage of 16350 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS KING EDWARD VII?

The HMS KING EDWARD VII is classified as a battleship.

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