Rubico Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rubico Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 16.513 N,0 35.307 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.275217
  • Longitude: 0.588450
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RUBICO
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 120
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 3, 1904
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1904
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

4.8.72 4.8.72 SUNK 40 - 50M NNE OF SPURN POINT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 541630N, 003525E FOR FILING ONLY. H4064/85 14.1.87 H4064/85 14.1.87 NOT LOCATED. DOES NOT EXIST IN LISTED POSN. (UDI GROUP, HI 321A). AMEND DEAD. NCA. HH090/730/01 15.12.97 HH090/730/01 15.12.97 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 730). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER COLLISION WITH S T NORTHWOOD. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the RUBICO wreck located?

The RUBICO wreck is located at coordinates 54 16.513 N,0 35.307 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RUBICO?

The seabed around the RUBICO lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the RUBICO sink?

The RUBICO sank on Sep 3, 1904.

When was the wreck of the RUBICO discovered?

The wreck of the RUBICO was discovered in 1904.

What country did the RUBICO belong to?

The RUBICO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RUBICO?

The RUBICO had a tonnage of 120 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUBICO?

The RUBICO is classified as a trawler.

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