Perra Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Perra Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 58.04 N,2 23.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.967333
  • Longitude: -2.384667
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PERRA
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1688
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 27, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Last Amended Date Oct 12, 1990

Surveying Details

29.1.80 29.1.80 SHOWN AS NDW PA ON FRENCH 878 [DEC 1979 EDN]. 28.2.80 28.2.80 INS AS USC PA 40 MTRS IN 495800N, 022300W. TONNAGE KNOWN. BR STD. HH090/496/01 12.10.90 HH090/496/01 12.10.90 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 496). DELETED. AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. 11.5.04 11.5.04 STILL SHOWN AS WK USC PD 40MTRS ON FRENCH 6940 [INT 1702] [4TH EDN 2004]. ADOPTION OF BA 2454. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE 15 MILES N OF THE CASQUETS EN ROUTE FROM BILBAO TO CALAIS. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL.17).

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FAQ

Where is the PERRA wreck located?

The PERRA wreck is located at coordinates 49 58.04 N,2 23.08 W.

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

The PERRA lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 49 58.04 N,2 23.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PERRA?

The seabed around the PERRA lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the PERRA sink?

The PERRA sank on Nov 27, 1916.

When was the wreck of the PERRA discovered?

The wreck of the PERRA was discovered in 1916.

What country did the PERRA belong to?

The PERRA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the PERRA carrying?

The PERRA was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the PERRA?

The PERRA had a tonnage of 1688 tons.

What type of wreck is the PERRA?

The PERRA is classified as a steam ship.

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