Horst Martini (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Horst martini (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 40.036 N,0 13.905 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.667267
  • Longitude: 0.231750
Water Depth 26 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 65.7 m
Width 9.2 m
Draught 4.7
Tonnage 946
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 1, 1915
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H(W)0202/50 10.6.55 WK IN APPROX 504000N, 001400E. POSSIBLE REEF OR SHOAL, STRONG ECHO EXTENT OF 20DEGS. (HMS SAINTES). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. SEP 2015/000083466 10.2.16 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET. (HI 1477, GARDLINE GEOSURVEY). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 10, 2016

Circumstances of loss

EX-HUGO & CLARA, EX-CROSSHILL. BUILT IN 1883 BY RAMAGE & FERGUSON, LEITH. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 112 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE SWANSEA FOR LONDON. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH THE SS RUNIC OF LIVERPOOL. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 40.036 N,0 13.905 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 26 meters deep.

When did the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) sink?

The HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) sank on May 1, 1915.

When was the wreck of the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1955.

What country did the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY)?

The HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 946 tons.

What type of wreck is the HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY)?

The HORST MARTINI (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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