Uc 63 (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Uc 63 (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 22.95 N,1 59.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.382500
  • Longitude: 1.998667
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UC 63 (PROBABLY)
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 52.7 m
Width 5.2 m
Draught 33.8
Tonnage 511
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 1, 1917
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jul 31, 2003

Surveying Details

11.7.74 POSN GIVEN AS 512300N, 020000E. (U BOAT INTELLIGENCE, SUPPLIED BY E GILES). 2.8.93 POSN GIVEN AS 512300N, 020000E. (DIE DEUTSCHEN KRIEGSSCHIFFE 1915-1945). NCA. HH090/645/01 30.8.95 NOT LOCATED DURING ROUTINE AREA SEARCH. NO INDICATION ON MAGNETOMETER OR ANY FERROUS MATERIAL. RECORDS OF GOOD QUALITY. WRECK DOES NOT EXIST IN LISTED POSN. (NP 1016, HI 645). AMENDED TO DEAD. HH090/771/01 31.7.98 NOT LOCATED. (NP 1016, HI 771). HH091/159/01 7.8.07 NOT LOCATED BY M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (OSAE, HI 1159). IN AREA OF RIPPLED SAND. NCA. SEP 2020/000000398 4.1.20 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI 1656). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY BRITISH SUBMARINE E52 WITH THE LOSS OF 26 LIVES.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 22.95 N,1 59.92 E
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FAQ

Where is the UC 63 (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The UC 63 (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 22.95 N,1 59.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the UC 63 (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the UC 63 (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the UC 63 (PROBABLY) sink?

The UC 63 (PROBABLY) sank on Nov 1, 1917.

When was the wreck of the UC 63 (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the UC 63 (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1974.

What country did the UC 63 (PROBABLY) belong to?

The UC 63 (PROBABLY) belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the UC 63 (PROBABLY)?

The UC 63 (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 511 tons.

What type of wreck is the UC 63 (PROBABLY)?

The UC 63 (PROBABLY) is classified as a submarine.

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