Moyallon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Moyallon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 2.853 N,5 6.6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.047550
  • Longitude: -5.110000
Wreck Depth 34.91 m
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOYALLON
Type steam ship
Length 43.3 m
Width 7.6 m
Sonar Length 81.4
Sonar Width 28.9
Shadow Height 13.6
Orientation 30
Tonnage 432
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1924
Original Detection Year 1924
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Jun 22, 2021

Surveying Details

H6362/24 20.9.24 NDW PA IN 520234N, 050512W, OR 1M NNW OF STRUMBLE HEAD. (LL, 17.9.24) - BA 1410. H2055/70 8.12.71 NOT LOCATED BY SONAR OR E/S DURING SEARCH 2.5C RADIUS AROUND REPORTED POSN. (HMS WOODLARK HI 35/71) - DELETE - R/P. H1950/76 14.11.80 WK EXAM'D 22.5.80 IN 520249N, 050633WUSING HF6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 32 IN GEN DEPTH 48MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 15MTRS. LENGTH 48MTRS APPROX LIES NE/SW. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 40/80). - R/P. SEP 2021/000100708 17.12.19 WK LOCATED IN 5202.853N, 0506.600W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 34.91MTRS,IN GEN DEPTH 48MTRS, LENGTH 81.4MTRS, WIDTH 28.9MTRS, ORIENTATION 030/210 DEGS. THE BOW AND STERM ARE REASONABLY INTACT. (KAIKU, H525, HI1592). AMEND NDW 34MTRS IN REVISED POSITION.

Circumstances of loss

17.9.24 SPRANG A LEAK WHILE ON PASSAGE CARRIGALLAN TO NEW HAVEN. WAS TAKEN IN TOW BY SS HAMPSHIRE COAST BUT SANK. (LL, 17.9.24)

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FAQ

Where is the MOYALLON wreck located?

The MOYALLON wreck is located at coordinates 52 2.853 N,5 6.6 W.

How deep is the MOYALLON and where exactly is it located?

The MOYALLON lies at a depth of about 34.91 meters and is located at coordinates 52 2.853 N,5 6.6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MOYALLON?

The seabed around the MOYALLON lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When did the MOYALLON sink?

The MOYALLON sank on Sep 16, 1924.

When was the wreck of the MOYALLON discovered?

The wreck of the MOYALLON was discovered in 1924.

What cargo was the MOYALLON carrying?

The MOYALLON was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the MOYALLON?

The MOYALLON had a tonnage of 432 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOYALLON?

The MOYALLON is classified as a steam ship.

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