Hmsm Sickle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hmsm sickle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 2.5 N,23 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.041667
  • Longitude: 23.166667
Water Depth 220 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name HMSM SICKLE
Type submarine
Flag BRITISH
Length 66 m
Width 7.2 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 990
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 14, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details 21.1.15 ?STRUCK A MINE IN THE KYTHERA CHANNEL. (WIKIPEDIA). POSN 3602.5N, 2310.0E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 16, 2017

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1942 BY CAMMEL LAIRD & CO LTD, BIKENHEAD. OIL ENGINES, TWIN SHAFT. 14.75 KNOTS SURFACED, 8 KNOTS SUBMERGED. PROBABLY STRUCK A MINE IN THE KYTHERA CHANNEL.

General Comments

SINKING DATA IS APPROX

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FAQ

Where is the HMSM SICKLE wreck located?

The HMSM SICKLE wreck is located at coordinates 36 2.5 N,23 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMSM SICKLE?

The seabed around the HMSM SICKLE lies at approximately 220 meters deep.

When did the HMSM SICKLE sink?

The HMSM SICKLE sank on Jun 14, 1944.

When was the wreck of the HMSM SICKLE discovered?

The wreck of the HMSM SICKLE was discovered in 1944.

What country did the HMSM SICKLE belong to?

The HMSM SICKLE belonged to BRITISH.

What was the tonnage of the HMSM SICKLE?

The HMSM SICKLE had a tonnage of 990 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMSM SICKLE?

The HMSM SICKLE is classified as a submarine.

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