Rotula (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rotula (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 18.6 N,5 28.417 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.310000
  • Longitude: -5.473617
Wreck Depth 83 m
Water Depth 89 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROTULA (POSSIBLY)
Type tanker
Flag NL
Length 140.8 m
Width 18 m
Draught 10.1
Sonar Length 80
Shadow Height 6
Orientation 135
Tonnage 7981
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 3, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01000/41 15.5.41 H01000/41 15.5.41 INS NDWPA IN 521800N, 052730W. - NM 1086/41. 28.11.72 28.11.72 AMEND TO USCPA 35FMS. NE 1410. H1950/76 12.11.80 H1950/76 12.11.80 WK EXAM'D 21.5.80 IN 521836N, 052825W.[OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 83 IN GEN DEPTH 89MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 6MTRS. LYING NW/SE. APPROX LENGTH 80MTRS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 40/80). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 8, 2000

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED & SUNK BY AIRCRAFT.

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FAQ

Where is the ROTULA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ROTULA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 18.6 N,5 28.417 W.

How deep is the ROTULA (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The ROTULA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 83 meters and is located at coordinates 52 18.6 N,5 28.417 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROTULA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ROTULA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 89 meters deep.

When did the ROTULA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ROTULA (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 3, 1941.

When was the wreck of the ROTULA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ROTULA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1941.

What country did the ROTULA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ROTULA (POSSIBLY) belonged to NL.

What cargo was the ROTULA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ROTULA (POSSIBLY) was carrying flammable liquids and gases.

What was the tonnage of the ROTULA (POSSIBLY)?

The ROTULA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 7981 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROTULA (POSSIBLY)?

The ROTULA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a tanker.