Aros Castle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Aros castle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 11 N,12 55 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.183333
  • Longitude: -12.916667
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AROS CASTLE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4460
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 21, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details H8203/19 H8203/19 SINKING POSN 300 MILES W BY S QUARTER S FROM BISHOP ROCK. (WW1SL) POSN APPROX 47100N, 125500W.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the AROS CASTLE wreck located?

The AROS CASTLE wreck is located at coordinates 47 11 N,12 55 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AROS CASTLE?

The seabed around the AROS CASTLE lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the AROS CASTLE sink?

The AROS CASTLE sank on Nov 21, 1917.

When was the wreck of the AROS CASTLE discovered?

The wreck of the AROS CASTLE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the AROS CASTLE belong to?

The AROS CASTLE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AROS CASTLE?

The AROS CASTLE had a tonnage of 4460 tons.

What type of wreck is the AROS CASTLE?

The AROS CASTLE is classified as a steam ship.

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