Kwasind Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kwasind Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 8.029 N,1 44.892 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.133817
  • Longitude: 1.748200
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KWASIND
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 90.5 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 2211
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 11, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 11.3.17 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 520800N, 014500E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA YET. H8203/19 CONFIRMS LOSS. GIVES DATE OF SINKING & TONNAGE. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H4282/26 14.10.26 INS AS DW (1917) (PA) ON BA CHARTS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H3052/31 27.4.31 DELETE. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMENDED TO DEAD. 21.7.77 TELECON FROM POLICE AT SOUTHWOLD. REQUEST TO ISSUE EXPLOSIVES CERTIFICATE FOR USE TO DISPERSE WK. NO FURTHER ACTION. SEP 2016/000091759 31.8.17 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY 2016. (GARDLINE, HI 1495). CONFIRMED DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 31, 2017

Circumstances of loss

EX-TURRET BELL. BUILT IN 1894 BY W DOXFORD & SONS LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ARCTIC SS CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 233 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY G CLARKE LTD, SUNDERLAND. PASSAGE BILBAO FOR HARTLEPOOL. MINED OFF THE SHIPWASH. (LLWW1, DODS, SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the KWASIND wreck located?

The KWASIND wreck is located at coordinates 52 8.029 N,1 44.892 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KWASIND?

The seabed around the KWASIND lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the KWASIND sink?

The KWASIND sank on Mar 11, 1917.

When was the wreck of the KWASIND discovered?

The wreck of the KWASIND was discovered in 1917.

What country did the KWASIND belong to?

The KWASIND belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KWASIND carrying?

The KWASIND was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the KWASIND?

The KWASIND had a tonnage of 2211 tons.

What type of wreck is the KWASIND?

The KWASIND is classified as a steam ship.

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