Allanton Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Allanton Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 24.5 N,11 2.833 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.408333
  • Longitude: 11.047217
Water Depth 280 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALLANTON
Type collier
Tonnage 4253
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 3, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 9.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 372430N, 110250E APPROX. (WW1SL). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 18, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM HULL FOR MALTA. WAS SUNK BY A U-BOAT 20M N OF CAPE BON. (WW1SL & LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the ALLANTON wreck located?

The ALLANTON wreck is located at coordinates 37 24.5 N,11 2.833 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALLANTON?

The seabed around the ALLANTON lies at approximately 280 meters deep.

When did the ALLANTON sink?

The ALLANTON sank on Jan 3, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ALLANTON discovered?

The wreck of the ALLANTON was discovered in 1918.

What cargo was the ALLANTON carrying?

The ALLANTON was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ALLANTON?

The ALLANTON had a tonnage of 4253 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALLANTON?

The ALLANTON is classified as a collier.

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