Strathnairn (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Strathnairn (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 11.571 N,5 27.153 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.192850
  • Longitude: -5.452550
Wreck Depth 76 m
Water Depth 96 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
Sonar Length 147
Sonar Width 24
Shadow Height 18.5
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 2012
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK 25M NE FROM BISHOP AND CLERKS. (WW1SL). WK IN 521130N, 052630W. LENGTH 240FT, HEIGHT 80FT. (WEST APPS INDEX CARD, JULY 1945). [NOT IN AUBD LIST!]. H1950/76 12.11.80 WK EXAM'D 13.5.80 IN 521135N, 052704W, USING HF6 [2 LOP]. DECCA USED. LEAST E/S DEPTH 79 IN GEN DEPTH 94MTRS. SCOUR 4MTRS. DCS3 HT 18MTRS. APPROX LENGTH 130 MTRS. LIES NE/SW. (HMS BEAGLE HI 40/80). CHART AS WK 76MTRS. - R/P. SEP 2015/000178837 4.11.15 EXAM'D BY BDC, WK FOUND IN 5211.571N, 0527.153W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 78.89MTRS. LENGTH 147MTRS, WIDTH 24MTRS, HT 18.5MTRS. NFS. (CEFAS DS11/12/13, 2012-13). RETAIN PREVIOUS DEPTH, POSN AMENDED.
Last Amended Date Nov 4, 2015

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U22 WHILE ON PASSAGE PENARTH TO ARCHANGEL. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). SUNK 25M NE FROM BISHOP AND CLERKS. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 11.571 N,5 27.153 W.

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

The STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 76 meters and is located at coordinates 52 11.571 N,5 27.153 W.

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

The seabed around the STRATHNAIRN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 96 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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