Cito Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cito Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 39.233 N,3 5.083 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.653883
  • Longitude: 3.084717
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CITO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 66.8 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 819
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 17, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source other
Surveying Details 22.9.72 SUNK 20M E FROM NORTH HINDER LIGHTSHIP. (DODS). POSN 513914N, 030505E FOR FILING ONLY. 14.3.07 NOT SHOWN ON BA 110. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 14, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1899 BY EARLES CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY WILSONS & NORTH EASTERN SHIPPING CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 144 NHP. INTERCEPTED BY GERMAN TORPEDO BOAT & SUNK BY SANK BY GUNFIRE. ELEVEN CREW KILLED. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the CITO wreck located?

The CITO wreck is located at coordinates 51 39.233 N,3 5.083 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CITO?

The seabed around the CITO lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the CITO sink?

The CITO sank on May 17, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CITO discovered?

The wreck of the CITO was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CITO belong to?

The CITO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the CITO?

The CITO had a tonnage of 819 tons.

What type of wreck is the CITO?

The CITO is classified as a steam ship.

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