Hms Rapid Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms rapid Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 5.83 N,11 32.74 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.097167
  • Longitude: -11.545667
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS RAPID
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 3, 1981
Original Detection Year 1981
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H2312/72 14.9.81 H2312/72 14.9.81 SUNK IN 490548N, 113242W [+/-2M]. (HMS ANTRIM, SIG DTD 3.9.81). NCA. POSN TOO DEEP & TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BEING NO LONGER REQUIRED AS SURFACE TARGET HULK FOR RAE ABERFORTH, WAS TOWED TO DEEP WATER AND SUNK BY HMS ANTRIM. [ NAVY NEWS ARTICLE WITH PHOTOS DATED FEBRUARY 1982 HELD IN PRESS ARTICLES BRANCH FOLDER].

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FAQ

Where is the HMS RAPID wreck located?

The HMS RAPID wreck is located at coordinates 49 5.83 N,11 32.74 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS RAPID?

The seabed around the HMS RAPID lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the HMS RAPID sink?

The HMS RAPID sank on Sep 3, 1981.

When was the wreck of the HMS RAPID discovered?

The wreck of the HMS RAPID was discovered in 1981.

What country did the HMS RAPID belong to?

The HMS RAPID belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the HMS RAPID?

The HMS RAPID is classified as a destroyer.

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