Philotis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Philotis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 36.995 N,5 9.226 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.616583
  • Longitude: -5.153767
Wreck Depth 38 m
Water Depth 49 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PHILOTIS
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 8.5
Sonar Length 100
Sonar Width 64
Tonnage 880
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 3, 1940
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Oct 12, 2005

Surveying Details

H109/45 9.5.43 H109/45 9.5.43 IN WESTERN APPROACHES LIST AS W N173. AUBD 320/50 SONAR CONTACT IN 513700N, 051000W. (C IN C WA). 7.4.72 7.4.72 NDW PA SHOWN IN 513700N, 051024W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1478. 12.12.72 12.12.72 NOW CHARTED AS WK USC PA 34MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN). NC 2878. H3804/72 3.10.77 H3804/72 3.10.77 LOCATED 24.10.76 IN 513658.11N, 050909.79W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST DEPTH 38.6 IN GEN DEPTH 49MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 100MTRS, WIDTH 64MTRS, LYING APPROX N/S. THOUGH 4C E OF ORIGINAL POSN SIZE WOULD INDICATE THAT THIS IS PROBABLY THE PHILOTIS. IN WELL BROKEN-UP STATE. (HMS WOODLARK, ROS DTD 17.12.76). BR STD. H4919/77 20.1.78 H4919/77 20.1.78 NOT FOUND BY MAGNETOMETER. (E GILES). 12.10.05 12.10.05 [EUT] POSN: 5136.995N, 0509.226W. NE 3273. 31.12.08 31.12.08 CONFIRMED AS PHILOTIS. HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED BY RECOVERED CHINA PLATE BEARING NAME OF THE OWNER. (G JONES, EMAIL DTD 31.12.08). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

EX-GREBE '37. BUILT IN 1926 BY AILSA SHIPBUILDING CO LTD, TROON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MOSS HUTCHISON LINE LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 175 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE SWANSEA FOR LISBON. CAUSE OF LOSS NOT STATED. (SIBI).

General Comments

WELL BROKEN UP

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FAQ

Where is the PHILOTIS wreck located?

The PHILOTIS wreck is located at coordinates 51 36.995 N,5 9.226 W.

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

The PHILOTIS lies at a depth of about 38 meters and is located at coordinates 51 36.995 N,5 9.226 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PHILOTIS?

The seabed around the PHILOTIS lies at approximately 49 meters deep.

When did the PHILOTIS sink?

The PHILOTIS sank on Sep 3, 1940.

When was the wreck of the PHILOTIS discovered?

The wreck of the PHILOTIS was discovered in 1943.

What country did the PHILOTIS belong to?

The PHILOTIS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PHILOTIS carrying?

The PHILOTIS was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the PHILOTIS?

The PHILOTIS had a tonnage of 880 tons.

What type of wreck is the PHILOTIS?

The PHILOTIS is classified as a steam ship.

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