Ub 27 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ub 27 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 47.026 N,2 23.884 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.783767
  • Longitude: 2.398067
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UB 27
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 36.3 m
Width 4.3 m
Tonnage 292
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 29, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details [NO DATE] SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 514500N, 023000E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) - LATER, NOT FOUND DURING DISPROVING SEARCH CARRIED OUT IN 1986 BY NP 1008 HI 317A. SANK OFF SMITH'S KNOLL. (NAVAL WAR IN N SEA, CLOSE). GIVES POSN AS 524500N, 023000E. SUNK IN 524700N, 022400E, APPROX. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE, 1914-18, ROBERT M GRANT). NCA. HH090/616/01 22.11.94 HH090/616/01 22.11.94 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER BEING RAMMED AND DEPTH-CHARGED BY SLOOP HMS HALCYON.

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FAQ

Where is the UB 27 wreck located?

The UB 27 wreck is located at coordinates 52 47.026 N,2 23.884 E.

How deep is the seabed around the UB 27?

The seabed around the UB 27 lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the UB 27 sink?

The UB 27 sank on Jul 29, 1917.

When was the wreck of the UB 27 discovered?

The wreck of the UB 27 was discovered in 1917.

What country did the UB 27 belong to?

The UB 27 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the UB 27?

The UB 27 had a tonnage of 292 tons.

What type of wreck is the UB 27?

The UB 27 is classified as a submarine.