Largo (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Largo (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 59 N,5 9 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.983333
  • Longitude: -5.150000
Wreck Depth 55 m
Water Depth 58 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LARGO (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1764
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 27, 1918
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source other
Surveying Details 5.12.18 M10818,M11557 & M11252 2,4 & 5.12.18 MASTER OF 'LARGO' GAVE POSITIONS OF SINKING AS 10 OR 12M W OF CALF OF MAN, OR 535900N, 050900W APPROX. INS AS WK [OLD SYMBOL]. BA 1825B. [NO DATE] AMENDED TO NDW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) BA 1825A. H533/53 25.8.53 H533/53 25.8.53 INS AS NDW PA IN 535900N 050900W. NC 45. H2112/75 21.1.76 H2112/75 21.1.76 NOT FOUND DURING AREA SWEEP. (HMS FOX 1975 HI NO 43/75). ALTHOUGH NOT LOCATED AWAIT NEXT SURVEY BEFORE DELETION. AMENDED TO WK USC PA 55MTRS [30FMS]. BR STD. H2112/75 14.12.76 H2112/75 14.12.76 AREA RADIUS 2M ROUND POSITION SWEPT WITH SONAR. CONCLUDED THAT WRECK DOES NOT LIE WITHIN THE AREA SWEPT BUT MAY BE ONE OF THE WRECKS LOCATED BY BULLDOG/BEAGLE IN 1974. (HMS FOX, REPORT FOR HI 43/75 ROS, DTD 30/11/76). AMENDED TO DEAD. SEE LARGO (POSSIBLY) IN 540436N, 050718W [5044]. DELETE. - NM 203/77.
Last Amended Date Mar 8, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1910 BY S P AUSTIN & SONS LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PELTON SS COMPANY LTD. SINGLE SHAFT, TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES, 193HP. MACHINERY BY G CLARK LTD, SUNDERLAND. PASSAGE BARRY FOR SCAPA FLOW. TORPEDOED BY U105. SANK WITHIN 10 MINUTES. (WW1SL, SIBI).

General Comments

SEE WK [5044]

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 59 N,5 9 W
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FAQ

Where is the LARGO (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The LARGO (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 59 N,5 9 W.

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

The LARGO (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 55 meters and is located at coordinates 53 59 N,5 9 W.

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

The seabed around the LARGO (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 58 meters deep.

When did the LARGO (POSSIBLY) sink?

The LARGO (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 27, 1918.

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

The wreck of the LARGO (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the LARGO (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The LARGO (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LARGO (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The LARGO (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the LARGO (POSSIBLY)?

The LARGO (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1764 tons.

What type of wreck is the LARGO (POSSIBLY)?

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

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