Kincorth (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kincorth (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 27.031 N,4 5.506 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.450517
  • Longitude: -4.091767
Wreck Depth 30 m
Water Depth 36 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KINCORTH (PROBABLY)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 30.8 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 148
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 10, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Jan 19, 1990

Surveying Details

H3080/77 23.12.86 WK LOCATED 8.10.86 IN 532701N, 040526W [OGB]. POSN BY DECCA. LEAST E/S DEPTH 30 IN GEN DEPTH 36MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 41MTRS. NOT DIVED ON. (HMS SHERATON, 21.11.86). BR STD. COULD POSSIBLY BE KINCORTH - SEE [7322]. H3838/86 20.8.87 NOTHING FOUND IN POSN REPD BY HMS SHERATON. (HMS FAWN, HI 357). DELETE. - NM 2699/87. SEP2022/000028019 26.10.22 NOT LOCATED IN 2021 M/B SURVEY. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1507). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FLEETWOOD FOR FISHING GROUNDS. SUNK BY EXPLOSION, PROBABLY MINED. CREW OF 11 LOST. (LLWW2 & WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the KINCORTH (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The KINCORTH (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 27.031 N,4 5.506 W.

How deep is the KINCORTH (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The KINCORTH (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 30 meters and is located at coordinates 53 27.031 N,4 5.506 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KINCORTH (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the KINCORTH (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 36 meters deep.

When did the KINCORTH (PROBABLY) sink?

The KINCORTH (PROBABLY) sank on Dec 10, 1941.

When was the wreck of the KINCORTH (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KINCORTH (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1941.

What country did the KINCORTH (PROBABLY) belong to?

The KINCORTH (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KINCORTH (PROBABLY)?

The KINCORTH (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 148 tons.

What type of wreck is the KINCORTH (PROBABLY)?

The KINCORTH (PROBABLY) is classified as a trawler.

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