Aguila Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Aguila Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 9.862 N,6 33.055 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.164367
  • Longitude: -6.550917
Wreck Depth 77 m
Water Depth 94 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AGUILA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 83.8 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 2114
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 27, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SANK 47M SW FROM THE SMALLS LT HO. (WW1SL & DODS). POSN 510950N, 063300W [OGB] FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 30.1.78 30.1.78 INS AS NDW IN 510950N, 063300W [OGB]. NC 2649. 4.5.78 4.5.78 INS AS WK USC PA 77MTRS. NC 1178. H6346/87 3.1.89 H6346/87 3.1.89 NOT FOUND. POSN DISPROVED. (HMS FOX, HI 429). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 3, 1989

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1909 BY CALEDON SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO, DUNDEE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY YEOWARD LINE LTD (AGUILAS SS CO). TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 278 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR LISBON AND CANARY ISLANDS. CAPTURED BY U-28 AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE AND TORPEDO. BROKE IN TWO AND SANK. 7 LIVES LOST. (LLWW1, WW1SL, DODS & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the AGUILA wreck located?

The AGUILA wreck is located at coordinates 51 9.862 N,6 33.055 W.

How deep is the AGUILA and where exactly is it located?

The AGUILA lies at a depth of about 77 meters and is located at coordinates 51 9.862 N,6 33.055 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AGUILA?

The seabed around the AGUILA lies at approximately 94 meters deep.

When did the AGUILA sink?

The AGUILA sank on Mar 27, 1915.

When was the wreck of the AGUILA discovered?

The wreck of the AGUILA was discovered in 1915.

What country did the AGUILA belong to?

The AGUILA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the AGUILA carrying?

The AGUILA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the AGUILA?

The AGUILA had a tonnage of 2114 tons.

What type of wreck is the AGUILA?

The AGUILA is classified as a steam ship.

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