Kirkhill Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kirkhill Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 43.72 S,57 44.76 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.728667
  • Longitude: -57.746000
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KIRKHILL
Type barque
Flag GB
Tonnage 1432
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 19, 1905
Original Detection Year 1905
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.3.70 LOST ON THE WOLF ROCK. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA, POSN 514342S, 574430W [SAP] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON THE WOLF ROCK. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the KIRKHILL wreck located?

The KIRKHILL wreck is located at coordinates 51 43.72 S,57 44.76 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KIRKHILL?

The seabed around the KIRKHILL lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the KIRKHILL sink?

The KIRKHILL sank on Sep 19, 1905.

When was the wreck of the KIRKHILL discovered?

The wreck of the KIRKHILL was discovered in 1905.

What country did the KIRKHILL belong to?

The KIRKHILL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KIRKHILL?

The KIRKHILL had a tonnage of 1432 tons.

What type of wreck is the KIRKHILL?

The KIRKHILL is classified as a barque.

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