Reindeer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Reindeer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 49.524 N,2 9.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.825400
  • Longitude: -2.151617
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name REINDEER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 89.6 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 2412
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 19, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source other
Surveying Details H2501/19 24.3.19 POSN 564932N, 020900W. (SNO GRANTON). NCA. 24.6.26 SHOWN ON 2182B, 2397A, 1407. H4087/26 24.6.26 AMEND NDWPA. BR STD. 6.11.72 AMEND USCPA 15FTHMS. NE 1407. 8.3.73 AMEND USCPA 28MTRS. NC 210. 2.4.81 AMEND NDWPA. NE 210. HH091/152/01 17.6.08 SEP 2008/000068447 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. LIES WITHIN 4 KM OF N EDGE OF SURVEY AREA. DISPROVING SEARCH NOT EXTENDED N BEYOND SURVEY AREA DUE TO FISHING GEAR. (GARDLINE HYDRO, HI 1152). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1896 BY J PRIESTMAN & CO, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REINDEER SS CO. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 216NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE DIEPPE FOR MIDDLESBROUGH IN BALLAST. BELIEVED TO HAVE FOUNDERED OFF SHIELDHILL. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the REINDEER wreck located?

The REINDEER wreck is located at coordinates 56 49.524 N,2 9.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the REINDEER?

The seabed around the REINDEER lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the REINDEER sink?

The REINDEER sank on Nov 19, 1916.

When was the wreck of the REINDEER discovered?

The wreck of the REINDEER was discovered in 1916.

What country did the REINDEER belong to?

The REINDEER belonged to GB.

What cargo was the REINDEER carrying?

The REINDEER was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the REINDEER?

The REINDEER had a tonnage of 2412 tons.

What type of wreck is the REINDEER?

The REINDEER is classified as a steam ship.

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