Clan Matheson Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Clan matheson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 32 N,49 10 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.533333
  • Longitude: -49.166667
Water Depth 3500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLAN MATHESON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 123.4 m
Width 16.3 m
Draught 10.2
Tonnage 5960
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: solid,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 22, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source other
Surveying Details 25.9.72 SANK IN 403200N, 491000W. (DODS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 16, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1917 BY SIR J LANG & SONS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CAYZER, IRVINE & CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 401NHP. PASSAGE NEW ORLEANS AND NEW YORK FOR NANTES. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the CLAN MATHESON wreck located?

The CLAN MATHESON wreck is located at coordinates 40 32 N,49 10 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CLAN MATHESON?

The seabed around the CLAN MATHESON lies at approximately 3500 meters deep.

When did the CLAN MATHESON sink?

The CLAN MATHESON sank on May 22, 1918.

When was the wreck of the CLAN MATHESON discovered?

The wreck of the CLAN MATHESON was discovered in 1918.

What country did the CLAN MATHESON belong to?

The CLAN MATHESON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CLAN MATHESON carrying?

The CLAN MATHESON was carrying foodstuffs: solid,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the CLAN MATHESON?

The CLAN MATHESON had a tonnage of 5960 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLAN MATHESON?

The CLAN MATHESON is classified as a steam ship.

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