Kilsyth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kilsyth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 3.005 N,1 26.597 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.050083
  • Longitude: -1.443283
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KILSYTH
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 31.4 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 166
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 13, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 11.3.77 WENT ASHORE N OF TYNE. VESSEL FOUND ASHORE IN WHITLEY BAY. (LL 18.1.77). NCA. 11.3.77 VESSEL BEING BROKEN UP ASHORE AT WHITLEY. (LL 10.3.77). HH090/796/01 6.1.99 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 796). NCA. SEP 2019/000043627 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (MERITAITO, HI 1513). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 1999

Circumstances of loss

BROKE TOW OF TUG NIPAROUND AND WENT ASHORE NORTH OF TYNE.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 3.005 N,1 26.597 W
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FAQ

Where is the KILSYTH wreck located?

The KILSYTH wreck is located at coordinates 55 3.005 N,1 26.597 W.

When did the KILSYTH sink?

The KILSYTH sank on Jan 13, 1977.

When was the wreck of the KILSYTH discovered?

The wreck of the KILSYTH was discovered in 1977.

What country did the KILSYTH belong to?

The KILSYTH belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KILSYTH?

The KILSYTH had a tonnage of 166 tons.

What type of wreck is the KILSYTH?

The KILSYTH is classified as a trawler.