Kylin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kylin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 40.035 N,1 36.084 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.667250
  • Longitude: -1.601400
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KYLIN
Type sloop
Flag GB
Length 6.4 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 25, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 4.10.77 SANK AFTER STRIKING SUBMERGED OBJECT OFF THE NEEDLES. (LL, 4.10.77). NCA. POSN 504000N, 013600W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. H2356/84 22.9.87 NOT FOUND. NO SPECIAL SEARCH MADE. (HMSML GLEANER, HI 266). HH090/699/01 7.11.97 NOT LOCATED IN VICINITY OF LISTED POSN. (NP 1016, HI 699). AMENDED TO DEAD. 23.10.12 NOT LOCATED BY M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (EMU, HI 1366). NCA. RSDRA2024000266817 3.10.2025 NOT SEEN IN M/B DATASET 2021. (ROYAL NAVY, HI1667B). NFA.
Last Amended Date Mar 14, 2025

Circumstances of loss

4.10.77 SANK AFTER STRIKING SUBMERGED OBJECT OFF THE NEEDLES. (LL, 4.10.77). RSDRA2024000266817 14.03.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2021. (ROYAL NAVY, HI1667B). NFA.

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FAQ

Where is the KYLIN wreck located?

The KYLIN wreck is located at coordinates 50 40.035 N,1 36.084 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KYLIN?

The seabed around the KYLIN lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the KYLIN sink?

The KYLIN sank on Sep 25, 1977.

When was the wreck of the KYLIN discovered?

The wreck of the KYLIN was discovered in 1977.

What country did the KYLIN belong to?

The KYLIN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the KYLIN?

The KYLIN is classified as a sloop.

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