Recorder Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Recorder Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 11.004 N,1 8.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.183400
  • Longitude: -1.135000
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RECORDER
Type trawler
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 14, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source other
Surveying Details 17.2.75 SUNK 15 MILES NE OF THE TYNE. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS, VOL 17). PLOTS IN 551100N, 010800W [OGB]. NCA - POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/843/01 10.1.00 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 843). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 10, 2000

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY BOMBS (?) FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE UB 18.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 11.004 N,1 8.1 W
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FAQ

Where is the RECORDER wreck located?

The RECORDER wreck is located at coordinates 55 11.004 N,1 8.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RECORDER?

The seabed around the RECORDER lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the RECORDER sink?

The RECORDER sank on Jul 14, 1916.

When was the wreck of the RECORDER discovered?

The wreck of the RECORDER was discovered in 1916.

What type of wreck is the RECORDER?

The RECORDER is classified as a trawler.