Holkar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Holkar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 41.032 N,5 1.814 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.683867
  • Longitude: -5.030233
Water Depth 53 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HOLKAR
Type smack
Tonnage 48
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 6, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Nov 23, 2001

Surveying Details

1918 POSN 8M OFF TREVOSE HEAD IN 504100N, 050145W. (M.06371). - POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 1918 POSN 8M N OF TREVOSE HEAD. (M.6796 & M.7357). H2979/74 4.11.77 H2979/74 4.11.77 FF REPD IN 504052N, 050150W USING DECCA. (E.GILES, 3.8.77). H2979/74 15.2.79 H2979/74 15.2.79 THREE FFS REPD IN 504122N, 050146W, 504123N, 050133W AND 504124N, 050205W USING DECCA. (E.GILES). - NFA. HH090/799/02 22.11.01 HH090/799/02 22.11.01 NOT LOCATED WITHIN 0.8 MILES, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM SUBMARINE. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the HOLKAR wreck located?

The HOLKAR wreck is located at coordinates 50 41.032 N,5 1.814 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HOLKAR?

The seabed around the HOLKAR lies at approximately 53 meters deep.

When did the HOLKAR sink?

The HOLKAR sank on Feb 6, 1918.

When was the wreck of the HOLKAR discovered?

The wreck of the HOLKAR was discovered in 1918.

What was the tonnage of the HOLKAR?

The HOLKAR had a tonnage of 48 tons.

What type of wreck is the HOLKAR?

The HOLKAR is classified as a smack.

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