Kanbane Head Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kanbane head Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 48 N,32 15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.800000
  • Longitude: -32.250000
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KANBANE HEAD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 5225
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 5, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 524800N, 321500W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 18.2.96 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 522600N, 323400W. (LL WW2, BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919. LAID DOWN AS 'WAR WHIPPET'. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ULSTER SS CO. PASSAGE MONTREAL FOR BELFAST IN CONVOY. SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN POCKET BATTLESHIP 'ADMIRAL SCHEER'. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS, LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the KANBANE HEAD wreck located?

The KANBANE HEAD wreck is located at coordinates 52 48 N,32 15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KANBANE HEAD?

The seabed around the KANBANE HEAD lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the KANBANE HEAD sink?

The KANBANE HEAD sank on Nov 5, 1940.

When was the wreck of the KANBANE HEAD discovered?

The wreck of the KANBANE HEAD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the KANBANE HEAD belong to?

The KANBANE HEAD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KANBANE HEAD carrying?

The KANBANE HEAD was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the KANBANE HEAD?

The KANBANE HEAD had a tonnage of 5225 tons.

What type of wreck is the KANBANE HEAD?

The KANBANE HEAD is classified as a steam ship.

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