Calchas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Calchas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 3.52 N,10 48.29 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.058667
  • Longitude: -10.804833
Wreck Depth 101 m
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CALCHAS
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 6748
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 11, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 23.12.69 SANK 5 MILES W BY S OF TEARAGHT TOR. (LLOYDS, TELECON). ACCEPT 520330N, 104815W. 5.5.78 INS AS USC PA 55FMS IN 520330N, 104815W. NE 2679. 4.9.79 AMEND USC PA 101MTRS. NC 2679. 5.9.88 THIS WK WAS LOCATED IN EARLY 1950 BY RISDON BEAZLEY, AND SOME SALVAGE UNDERTAKEN, IN 515410N, 105000W. (A C CROTHALL, TELECON). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Sep 5, 1988

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. PASSAGE NEW YORK FOR LIVERPOOL.

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FAQ

Where is the CALCHAS wreck located?

The CALCHAS wreck is located at coordinates 52 3.52 N,10 48.29 W.

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

The CALCHAS lies at a depth of about 101 meters and is located at coordinates 52 3.52 N,10 48.29 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CALCHAS?

The seabed around the CALCHAS lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the CALCHAS sink?

The CALCHAS sank on May 11, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CALCHAS discovered?

The wreck of the CALCHAS was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CALCHAS belong to?

The CALCHAS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CALCHAS?

The CALCHAS had a tonnage of 6748 tons.

What type of wreck is the CALCHAS?

The CALCHAS is classified as a steam ship.