Iwate Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Iwate Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 18.52 N,9 0.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.308667
  • Longitude: -9.000667
Water Depth 101 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IWATE
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 314
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 1, 1946
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1946
Original Source other
Surveying Details H149/46 MINED 25MILES SW OF OLD HEAD OF KINSALE. (M/S SUMMARY NO 342/46). POSN 511830N, 090000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PRESUMED TO HAVE DETONATED A MINE. (SII).

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FAQ

Where is the IWATE wreck located?

The IWATE wreck is located at coordinates 51 18.52 N,9 0.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the IWATE?

The seabed around the IWATE lies at approximately 101 meters deep.

When did the IWATE sink?

The IWATE sank on May 1, 1946.

When was the wreck of the IWATE discovered?

The wreck of the IWATE was discovered in 1946.

What country did the IWATE belong to?

The IWATE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the IWATE?

The IWATE had a tonnage of 314 tons.

What type of wreck is the IWATE?

The IWATE is classified as a trawler.

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