Strathnairn (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Strathnairn (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 17.933 N,6 24.305 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.298883
  • Longitude: -6.405083
Wreck Depth 68 m
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 112.8 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 4336
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 15, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 25 MILES NE FROM BISHOP AND CLERKS. (WW1SL). SUNK 25 MILES NE OF BISHOP ROCK. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). 25 MILES NE OF BISHOP ROCK. (DOD). 29.4.69 WK REPD IN 501754N, 062415W USING DECCA. (MANIERES BK, P.180). CHART AS USC 37FMS [68MTRS]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NE 2649. 23.7.88 POSN OF REPD WK SHOULD READ 501742N, 062418W. (REP DES CR ET EP). - NCA YET. HH090/527/01 8.3.91 NOT FOUND DURING BASIC SOUNDING. POSN NOT DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 527) HH090/499/02 19.7.91 NOT FOUND DURING DISPROVING SEARCH. (NP 1008, HI 527 [499]). - AMENDED TO DEAD. - G/S. [SEE ALSO WK NO 9896].
Last Amended Date Feb 4, 1999

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 22 WHILE ON PASSAGE PENARTH TO ARCHANGEL. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 17.933 N,6 24.305 W.

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

The STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 68 meters and is located at coordinates 50 17.933 N,6 24.305 W.

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

The seabed around the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 15, 1915.

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

The wreck of the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1915.

What country did the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY)?

The STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4336 tons.

What type of wreck is the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY)?

The STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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