Rhiwabon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Rhiwabon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 43.2 N,5 40.186 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.720000
  • Longitude: -5.669767
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RHIWABON
Tonnage 285
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 29, 1894
Original Detection Year 1894
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4919/77 21.12.77 REPD TO HAVE RUN ONTO THE SMALLS. (E GILES, LTR DTD 11.12.77). NCA. HH100/351/11 20.6.96 PROP SHAFT RUNS INTO CUT IN MOST SOUTHERLY ROCKS. ABOVE THE SURFACE AT LW SPRINGS. POSITIVE IDENTIFICATION BY BELL AND ENGINE PLATE. (S J ROBERTS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2003
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 43.2 N,5 40.186 W
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FAQ

Where is the RHIWABON wreck located?

The RHIWABON wreck is located at coordinates 51 43.2 N,5 40.186 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RHIWABON?

The seabed around the RHIWABON lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the RHIWABON sink?

The RHIWABON sank on Dec 29, 1894.

When was the wreck of the RHIWABON discovered?

The wreck of the RHIWABON was discovered in 1894.

What was the tonnage of the RHIWABON?

The RHIWABON had a tonnage of 285 tons.