Rupert Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rupert Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 15.793 N,0 20.433 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.263217
  • Longitude: -0.340550
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RUPERT
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 26.8 m
Width 6.1 m
Draught 3.2
Tonnage 114
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 2, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK BY U-BOAT 42M ENE OF TYNE. APPROX POSN 551550N, 002020W. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. HH091/153/01 2.2.09 HH091/153/01 2.2.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY, HI 1153). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1892 BY COCHRANE, COOPER & SCHOFIELD, BEVERELY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY G F SLEIGHT. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 40NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY C D HOLMES & CO, HULL. CAPTURED BY U-BOAT AND SUNK BY CHARGES. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the RUPERT wreck located?

The RUPERT wreck is located at coordinates 55 15.793 N,0 20.433 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RUPERT?

The seabed around the RUPERT lies at approximately 72 meters deep.

When did the RUPERT sink?

The RUPERT sank on Jun 2, 1917.

When was the wreck of the RUPERT discovered?

The wreck of the RUPERT was discovered in 1917.

What country did the RUPERT belong to?

The RUPERT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RUPERT?

The RUPERT had a tonnage of 114 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUPERT?

The RUPERT is classified as a trawler.

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