Ardbeg Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ardbeg Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 3.51 N,3 29.079 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.058500
  • Longitude: -3.484650
Water Depth 20 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARDBEG
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 227
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals,granular or powdery material
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 7, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source other
Surveying Details POSN 540330N 032900W OR 32M N 1/2 E (MAG) FROM BAR LTV MERSEY. (M7832). INS AS DW. H1225/31 21.2.31 AMEND TO DWPA. NE 1826. HH090/706/01 20.9.96 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3, MAGNETOMETER AND E/S. (GARDLINE, HI 706). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Sep 20, 1996

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE. SUNK BY GUNFIRE.

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FAQ

Where is the ARDBEG wreck located?

The ARDBEG wreck is located at coordinates 54 3.51 N,3 29.079 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARDBEG?

The seabed around the ARDBEG lies at approximately 20 meters deep.

When did the ARDBEG sink?

The ARDBEG sank on Feb 7, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ARDBEG discovered?

The wreck of the ARDBEG was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ARDBEG belong to?

The ARDBEG belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ARDBEG carrying?

The ARDBEG was carrying chemicals,granular or powdery material.

What was the tonnage of the ARDBEG?

The ARDBEG had a tonnage of 227 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARDBEG?

The ARDBEG is classified as a steam ship.

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