Radaas Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Radaas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 34.534 N,3 1.242 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.575567
  • Longitude: -3.020700
Water Depth 29 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RADAAS
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 88.4 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2524
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 21, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source other
Surveying Details H414/18 18.1.83 WK IN 503430N, 030110W IS TO BE DISPERSED. (C-IN-C PLYMOUTH). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H5982/82 18.1.83 WK SHOWN IN 503430N, 030129W [OGB] USING DECCA. (KINGFISHER CHARTS K(SW)1 & 2, 1982). NCA. SEP 2015/000019320 6.7.15 NOT FOUND. (MMT, HI 1453). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 6, 2015

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1890 BY J. READHEAD & SONS, SOUTH SHIELDS AND OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY DAMPS. SELSK. PRIMULA WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE. EX-APHOS, EX-MARSTON MOOR. (DODS).SUNK EN ROUTE TYNE - BORDEAUX. (A C CROTHALL).

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FAQ

Where is the RADAAS wreck located?

The RADAAS wreck is located at coordinates 50 34.534 N,3 1.242 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RADAAS?

The seabed around the RADAAS lies at approximately 29 meters deep.

When did the RADAAS sink?

The RADAAS sank on Sep 21, 1917.

When was the wreck of the RADAAS discovered?

The wreck of the RADAAS was discovered in 1917.

What country did the RADAAS belong to?

The RADAAS belonged to DK.

What cargo was the RADAAS carrying?

The RADAAS was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the RADAAS?

The RADAAS had a tonnage of 2524 tons.

What type of wreck is the RADAAS?

The RADAAS is classified as a steam ship.