Lct 565 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lct 565 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 10.279 N,4 40.816 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.171317
  • Longitude: -4.680267
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LCT 565
Type landing craft
Flag GB
Length 57 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 1.2
Tonnage 200
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 2, 1954
Original Detection Year 1954
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source other
Surveying Details H2908/54 19.5.54 LOCATED STRANDED 0.25M N OF OLD LUNDY LTHO, ON W COAST. TOTAL WK, NO DANGER TO SHIPPING. (BURNHAM ON SEA RADIO, 2.5.54). PLOTS 511015N, 044045 APPROX. NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH091/158/01 30.6.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, REPROCESSED HI 1158, M/B DATA DTD 2007/2008). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date May 16, 2025

Circumstances of loss

BROKE AWAY FROM TOW OF TUG 'THUNDERER' AND SUBSEQUENTLY STRANDED.

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FAQ

Where is the LCT 565 wreck located?

The LCT 565 wreck is located at coordinates 51 10.279 N,4 40.816 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LCT 565?

The seabed around the LCT 565 lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the LCT 565 sink?

The LCT 565 sank on May 2, 1954.

When was the wreck of the LCT 565 discovered?

The wreck of the LCT 565 was discovered in 1954.

What country did the LCT 565 belong to?

The LCT 565 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LCT 565?

The LCT 565 had a tonnage of 200 tons.

What type of wreck is the LCT 565?

The LCT 565 is classified as a landing craft.