King James (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
King james (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 53.257 N,0 58.933 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.887617
  • Longitude: -0.982217
Wreck Depth 64 m
Water Depth 68 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KING JAMES (POSSIBLY)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 32.1 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 3.2
Sonar Length 32
Sonar Width 10
Shadow Height 3.5
Orientation 130
Tonnage 163
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 31, 1916
Scour Dimensions ,,000.7,
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source other
Surveying Details SANK 15 MILES SOUTH EAST OF TYNE. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). H6330/87 13.9.88 H6330/87 13.9.88 WK, LEAST DEPTH 64.3 IN GEN DEPTH 68.7MTRS, IN 545315N, 005850W [OGB]. (GARDLINE SURVEYS, TELEX 12.9.88). H6330/87 15.11.88 H6330/87 15.11.88 EXAM'D 26.6.88 USING SYLEDIS [3 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 64.3 IN GEN DEPTH 68.0MTRS. SCOUR 68.7MTRS. DCS3 HT 3.5MTRS, LENGTH 32MTRS, WIDTH 10MTRS. LIES 130/310 DEG, PARTIALLY BURIED WITH HIGHEST POINT AT E END. (GARDLINE SURVEYS, HI 414A). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 7, 2002

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 190P BY SHOFIELD, HAGERUP & DOUGHTY LTD, GRIMSBY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE CONSOLIDATED STEAM FISHING & ICE CO. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 40NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY MUIR & HOUSTON LTD, GLASGOW. PASSAGE FAROES FOR GRIMSBY. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE AND SCUTTLED.

General Comments

PARTIALLY BURIED

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FAQ

Where is the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 54 53.257 N,0 58.933 W.

How deep is the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 64 meters and is located at coordinates 54 53.257 N,0 58.933 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 68 meters deep.

When did the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 31, 1916.

When was the wreck of the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1916.

What country did the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY)?

The KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 163 tons.

What type of wreck is the KING JAMES (POSSIBLY)?

The KING JAMES (POSSIBLY) is classified as a trawler.

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