Pearlmoor Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Pearlmoor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 23 N,9 18.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.383333
  • Longitude: -9.300833
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PEARLMOOR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 4581
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 19, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 6.2.40 SANK IN POSN 552300N, 091800W.
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 2020

Circumstances of loss

SANK ON VOYAGE FROM PEPEL TO IMMINGHAM AFTER BEING TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 23 N,9 18.05 W
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FAQ

Where is the PEARLMOOR wreck located?

The PEARLMOOR wreck is located at coordinates 55 23 N,9 18.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PEARLMOOR?

The seabed around the PEARLMOOR lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the PEARLMOOR sink?

The PEARLMOOR sank on Jul 19, 1940.

When was the wreck of the PEARLMOOR discovered?

The wreck of the PEARLMOOR was discovered in 1940.

What country did the PEARLMOOR belong to?

The PEARLMOOR belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PEARLMOOR?

The PEARLMOOR had a tonnage of 4581 tons.

What type of wreck is the PEARLMOOR?

The PEARLMOOR is classified as a steam ship.

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