Lcg No.16 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lcg no.16 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 40.026 N,5 11.064 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.667100
  • Longitude: -5.184400
Water Depth 44 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LCG NO.16
Type landing craft
Flag GB
Length 58.2 m
Width 9.4 m
Draught 2.1
Tonnage 491
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 26, 1943
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.1.93 27.1.93 REPD SUNK 226DEG, 1.0M FROM ST ANN'S HEAD LT. (M DAVIS, TELECON). NCA, POSN 514000N, 051100W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 5, 2000

Circumstances of loss

SANK IN HEAVY WEATHER WHILE ON PASSAGE BELFAST TO MILFORD HAVEN. CARRIED A 4.7IN GUN. (M.DAVIS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 40.026 N,5 11.064 W
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FAQ

Where is the LCG NO.16 wreck located?

The LCG NO.16 wreck is located at coordinates 51 40.026 N,5 11.064 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LCG NO.16?

The seabed around the LCG NO.16 lies at approximately 44 meters deep.

When did the LCG NO.16 sink?

The LCG NO.16 sank on Apr 26, 1943.

When was the wreck of the LCG NO.16 discovered?

The wreck of the LCG NO.16 was discovered in 1993.

What country did the LCG NO.16 belong to?

The LCG NO.16 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LCG NO.16?

The LCG NO.16 had a tonnage of 491 tons.

What type of wreck is the LCG NO.16?

The LCG NO.16 is classified as a landing craft.

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