Kalliopi S Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kalliopi s Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 8.5 N,8 28.56 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.141667
  • Longitude: -8.476000
Wreck Depth 28 m
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KALLIOPI S
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Tonnage 5152
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 17, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Jan 22, 1993

Surveying Details

ATTACKED 11 MILES SW OF TORY ISLAND. (WW2SL). 23.8.72 23.8.72 POSN 550830N, 082830W. (NO AUTHORITY NOTED). H2265/73 24.9.74 H2265/73 24.9.74 INS AS USCPA 28MTRS IN 550830N, 082830E. NC 1883. 13.3.76 13.3.76 REPORTED BY WAR RISK OFFICE (BOT) TO LIE ON THE WESTERN-MOST TIP OF SHEEP HAVEN BAY. NO OTHER POSN GIVEN. (MR ROWDEN, TELECON 13.3.76). NCA YET. HH100/351/06 22.1.93 HH100/351/06 22.1.93 LOCATED BY DIVERS IN 551421N, 075005W. (N SOTHY, 12.1.93). DELETED. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

ATTACKED WITH GUNFIRE AND BOMBED BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. (WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the KALLIOPI S wreck located?

The KALLIOPI S wreck is located at coordinates 55 8.5 N,8 28.56 W.

How deep is the KALLIOPI S and where exactly is it located?

The KALLIOPI S lies at a depth of about 28 meters and is located at coordinates 55 8.5 N,8 28.56 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KALLIOPI S?

The seabed around the KALLIOPI S lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the KALLIOPI S sink?

The KALLIOPI S sank on Sep 17, 1940.

When was the wreck of the KALLIOPI S discovered?

The wreck of the KALLIOPI S was discovered in 1940.

What country did the KALLIOPI S belong to?

The KALLIOPI S belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the KALLIOPI S?

The KALLIOPI S had a tonnage of 5152 tons.

What type of wreck is the KALLIOPI S?

The KALLIOPI S is classified as a steam ship.

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