Recolo Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Recolo Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 0.017 N,1 36.885 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.000283
  • Longitude: 1.614750
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RECOLO
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 170
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 26, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1965
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SANK 60 MILES E BY N FROM SPURN HEAD. (WW1SL). 6.4.17 6.4.17 INS WK IN 540000N, 013700E. H256/27 27.1.27 H256/27 27.1.27 AMEND NDW (1915). BR STD. H619/65 14.5.65 H619/65 14.5.65 NOT FOUND. (HMS SCOTT, 31.12.64). DELETE. BR STD. H3836/1/87 5.10.87 H3836/1/87 5.10.87 NOT FOUND DURING SONAR SEARCH. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST. (OCEANEERING SURVEY, HI 355A). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

MINED. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the RECOLO wreck located?

The RECOLO wreck is located at coordinates 54 0.017 N,1 36.885 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RECOLO?

The seabed around the RECOLO lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the RECOLO sink?

The RECOLO sank on Apr 26, 1915.

When was the wreck of the RECOLO discovered?

The wreck of the RECOLO was discovered in 1915.

What country did the RECOLO belong to?

The RECOLO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RECOLO?

The RECOLO had a tonnage of 170 tons.

What type of wreck is the RECOLO?

The RECOLO is classified as a trawler.