Ruby Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ruby Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 58.975 N,2 35.599 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.982917
  • Longitude: -2.593317
Wreck Depth 38 m
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RUBY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 37.8 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 234
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 29, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 29.3.17 POSITION 585900N, 023530W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H8203/19 SANK 2.5M FROM AUSKERRY, ORKNEY ISLANDS. H3875/26 18.6.26 INS AS NDW PA (1917) IN 585900N, 023530W. BR STD. H3402/59 29.6.59 AMEND TO NDW PA. NC 2179. 29.8.78 AMEND TO WK USC PA 38MTRS. NC 1942. HH091/137/01 29.3.07 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. MANY ROCK OUTCROPS IN THE AREA. (NETSURVEY LTD, HI 1137). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 29, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1882 BY J FULLERTON & CO, PAISLEY. MACHINERY BY LEES, ANDERSON & CO., GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY W COOPER & SON, KIRKWALL. ONE BOILER, 2 CYLINDER COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 50NHP. SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LEITH FOR KIRKWALL. MINED BY MINE LAID BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UC 44. 6 OF 7 CREW LOST. (SIBI & K HEATH).

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FAQ

Where is the RUBY wreck located?

The RUBY wreck is located at coordinates 58 58.975 N,2 35.599 W.

How deep is the RUBY and where exactly is it located?

The RUBY lies at a depth of about 38 meters and is located at coordinates 58 58.975 N,2 35.599 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RUBY?

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

When did the RUBY sink?

The RUBY sank on Mar 29, 1917.

When was the wreck of the RUBY discovered?

The wreck of the RUBY was discovered in 1917.

What country did the RUBY belong to?

The RUBY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the RUBY carrying?

The RUBY was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the RUBY?

The RUBY had a tonnage of 234 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUBY?

The RUBY is classified as a steam ship.

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