Kintuck (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kintuck (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 20.034 N,5 33.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.333900
  • Longitude: -5.551000
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KINTUCK (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 4639
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 3, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1973
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2008

Surveying Details

H6391/19 SUNK IN APPROX 502000N, 053300W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 2.9.69 REPORTED TO LIE IN 120FT OF WATER 6M NW OF ST IVES ISLAND. WELL BROKEN UP AND SCATTERED OVER AN AREA OF 200YDS. MORE LIKELY TO BE WKS 'DUX' & 'VEGHSTROOM' [16409 & 16413]. (TELECOM WKS WAR RISK, BOT, 2.9.69). NCA. H2959/73 11.7.73 NOT FOUND. (E. GILES, 1973). AMENDED TO DEAD. DETAILS TRANSFERRED TO 'KINTUCK' [16398].

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 20.034 N,5 33.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) sink?

The KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) sank on Dec 3, 1917.

When was the wreck of the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY)?

The KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4639 tons.

What type of wreck is the KINTUCK (POSSIBLY)?

The KINTUCK (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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