Pilar De Larrinaga Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Pilar de larrinaga Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 10.02 N,6 7.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.167000
  • Longitude: -6.117667
Wreck Depth 45 m
Water Depth 74 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PILAR DE LARRINAGA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 112.8 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 4136
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 4, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Apr 26, 2010

Surveying Details

H2396/77 16.12.77 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 2 MILES SE BY S FROM TUSKAR LT VES. (WWIMSL), 5 MILES E OF TUSKAR (MIN OF SHIPPING), OR 2 MILES SE BY S OF TUSKAR LT VESSEL. (LL). (SEE R BEAZLEY LTR, DTD 16.12.77 IN H2396/77). 26.2.45 AUBD 319/189 26.2.45 POOR SONAR CONTACT 521000N, 060700W. (EG 21). 21.11.72 21.11.72 INS AS WK USCPA 25FMS. NE 1410. H3140/69 16.5.77 H3140/69 16.5.77 NOT FOUND DURING AREA & INTENSIVE SEARCH. (HMS FAWN, HI 55/76). DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1902 BY RUSSELL & CO, PORT GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MIGUEL DE LARRINAGA SS CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 431 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY D ROWAN & CO, GLASGOW. PASSAGE GALVESTON FOR MANCHESTER. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY UC-65 WITH LOSS OF 20 LIVES. REMAINDER OF CREW RECOVERED AND LANDED AT MILFORD. (SII).

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FAQ

Where is the PILAR DE LARRINAGA wreck located?

The PILAR DE LARRINAGA wreck is located at coordinates 52 10.02 N,6 7.06 W.

How deep is the PILAR DE LARRINAGA and where exactly is it located?

The PILAR DE LARRINAGA lies at a depth of about 45 meters and is located at coordinates 52 10.02 N,6 7.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PILAR DE LARRINAGA?

The seabed around the PILAR DE LARRINAGA lies at approximately 74 meters deep.

When did the PILAR DE LARRINAGA sink?

The PILAR DE LARRINAGA sank on May 4, 1917.

When was the wreck of the PILAR DE LARRINAGA discovered?

The wreck of the PILAR DE LARRINAGA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the PILAR DE LARRINAGA belong to?

The PILAR DE LARRINAGA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PILAR DE LARRINAGA carrying?

The PILAR DE LARRINAGA was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the PILAR DE LARRINAGA?

The PILAR DE LARRINAGA had a tonnage of 4136 tons.

What type of wreck is the PILAR DE LARRINAGA?

The PILAR DE LARRINAGA is classified as a steam ship.

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