Rameses Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rameses Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 54.999 N,0 50.104 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.916650
  • Longitude: -0.835067
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RAMESES
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 155
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 18, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 21.4.17 POSN 555500N, 005000W. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). H4087/26 24.6.26 INS AS NDW (1917)(PD) IN 555500N, 005000W. BR STD. 8.6.72 AMEND TO NDWPA. LC 1192. 27.9.76 AMEND TO USCPA 40MTRS. NC 273. HH091/083/01 7.3.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. A FLAT AND FEATURELESS AREA. (GARDLINE, HI 1083). AMEND DEAD. BR STD. HH242/640/07 18.3.05 DELETE BY NM. - NM 1981/05.
Last Amended Date Mar 7, 2005

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND BOMBED BY SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the RAMESES wreck located?

The RAMESES wreck is located at coordinates 55 54.999 N,0 50.104 W.

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

The RAMESES lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 55 54.999 N,0 50.104 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RAMESES?

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

When did the RAMESES sink?

The RAMESES sank on Apr 18, 1917.

When was the wreck of the RAMESES discovered?

The wreck of the RAMESES was discovered in 1917.

What country did the RAMESES belong to?

The RAMESES belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RAMESES?

The RAMESES had a tonnage of 155 tons.

What type of wreck is the RAMESES?

The RAMESES is classified as a trawler.