Lowther Range (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lowther range (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 17.915 N,5 13.648 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.298583
  • Longitude: -5.227467
Wreck Depth 85 m
Water Depth 98 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Sonar Length 80
Sonar Width 35
Shadow Height 13
Orientation 95
Tonnage 3926
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 20, 1918
Scour Dimensions ,,002.0,
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 2000

Surveying Details

20.4.18 POSN 531500N, 051500W. (REPORT BY CAPT KELLY RNR). INS ON CHARTS AS NDWPA. 8.5.18 20 MILES OFF S STACK BRG W BY S. SANK IN 15MINS. (BOT MASTER). 20.4.18 20 MILES W BY N OF S STACK. (IDSA MASTER). 22.4.18 POSN 531600N, 050800W. (CO MONTBRETTA). 28.4.18 POSN 531600N, 050800W. (AP REPORT MILFORD HAVEN). POSN 20 MILES W BY N HALF N FROM S STACK. (WW1SL). 8.11.78 AMEND TO USCPA 80MTRS. BR STD. H1935/80 19.3.84 EXAM'D 30.11.83 IN 531754N, 051335W [OGB] USING HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 88.3 IN GEN DEPTH 98MTRS. SCOUR 2MTRS DEEP. DCS3 HT 13MTRS, LENGTH 80MTRS, WIDTH 35MTRS. LYING 095/275 DEGS. (HMS FAWN, HI 3). INS AS WK 85MTRS. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 17.915 N,5 13.648 W
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FAQ

Where is the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 17.915 N,5 13.648 W.

How deep is the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 85 meters and is located at coordinates 53 17.915 N,5 13.648 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 98 meters deep.

When did the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) sink?

The LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) sank on Apr 20, 1918.

When was the wreck of the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) belong to?

The LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY)?

The LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 3926 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY)?

The LOWTHER RANGE (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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