Abbas Combe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Abbas combe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 50.019 N,4 55.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.833650
  • Longitude: -4.917767
Wreck Depth 45 m
Water Depth 67 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ABBAS COMBE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 48.8 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 489
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 5, 1941
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source other
Surveying Details 7.9.41 7.9.41 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS ABOUT 6M W OF BARDSEY I IN 524500N, 045800W. (DSNE 733). HO1001/40 REP ABOUT 5M NNW OF BARDSEY I IN 525000N, 045500W. (TRADE DIV LIST SUPP SEPT 1941). 1.8.68 1.8.68 INS AS USCPA 45MTRS. NC 1971. H1935/80 17.5.82 H1935/80 17.5.82 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSN AFTER INTENSIVE SEARCH USING DCS3 & MAGNETOMETER. (HMS FAWN, HI 3). DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date May 4, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY J LEWIS & SONS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ALD SHIPPING CO. INE BOILER, TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINE OF 64 RHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR WATCHET. BOMBED AND SUNK. 5 CREW & 1 GUNNER LOST. (LLWW1 & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the ABBAS COMBE wreck located?

The ABBAS COMBE wreck is located at coordinates 52 50.019 N,4 55.066 W.

How deep is the ABBAS COMBE and where exactly is it located?

The ABBAS COMBE lies at a depth of about 45 meters and is located at coordinates 52 50.019 N,4 55.066 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ABBAS COMBE?

The seabed around the ABBAS COMBE lies at approximately 67 meters deep.

When did the ABBAS COMBE sink?

The ABBAS COMBE sank on Sep 5, 1941.

When was the wreck of the ABBAS COMBE discovered?

The wreck of the ABBAS COMBE was discovered in 1941.

What country did the ABBAS COMBE belong to?

The ABBAS COMBE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ABBAS COMBE carrying?

The ABBAS COMBE was carrying general and mixed goods,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the ABBAS COMBE?

The ABBAS COMBE had a tonnage of 489 tons.

What type of wreck is the ABBAS COMBE?

The ABBAS COMBE is classified as a steam ship.

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