Hms Ludlow (Ex Usn Stockton) 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
Hms ludlow (ex usn stockton) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 3.913 N,2 46.056 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.065217
  • Longitude: -2.767600
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON)
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Length 96.3 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 1020
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1965
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source local port authority
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 2020

Surveying Details

22.4.65 WK CONSISTS OF TWISTED SCRAP REMAINS (200-300 TONS). WAS USED AS ROCKET TARGET BY RAF STATION WHICH HAS NOW CLOSED DOWN. LIES ABOUT 10 FT BELOW CHART DATUM AND CONSTITUTES NO DANGER TO NAVIGATION. (QHM. ROSYTH, EDINBURGH UNDERWATER CLUB 3.3.65). 15.7.65 SOLD FOR �5 TO W BRUNTON, EDINBURGH UNDERWATER DEVELOPMENT CLUB. (DG CONTRACTS (NAVAL) BATH 9.7.65, N/CP86/52372/65).

Circumstances of loss

EX-USS STOCKTON. BUILT IN 1917 BY CRAMP, WILLIAM, USA. STEAM TRUBIES, TWIN SHAFT. DECLARED SUPLUS. BEACHED AND BLOWN APART WHILST BEING USED AS A TARGET FOR ROCKETS.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON) wreck located?

The HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON) wreck is located at coordinates 56 3.913 N,2 46.056 W.

When was the wreck of the HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON) discovered?

The wreck of the HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON) was discovered in 1965.

What country did the HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON) belong to?

The HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON)?

The HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON) had a tonnage of 1020 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON)?

The HMS LUDLOW (EX USN STOCKTON) is classified as a destroyer.

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