Empire Mallard Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire mallard Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 27 N,56 51 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.450000
  • Longitude: -56.850000
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE MALLARD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 116.1 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 4957
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 26, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Surveying Details 25.2.92 25.2.92 SANK OFF AMOUR POINT. (DODS, EMPIRE SHIPS, WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS). POSN APPROX 512700N, 565100W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 30, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1918. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MINISTRY OF WAR TRANSPORT (H HOGARTH & SONS). PASSAGE NEW YORK & SYDNEY, NOVA SCOTIA FOR RIVER MERSEY. SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION IN FOG WITH SS EMPIRE MOON NEAR AMOUR PT. (DODS, EMPIRE SHIPS & WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS).

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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE MALLARD wreck located?

The EMPIRE MALLARD wreck is located at coordinates 51 27 N,56 51 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE MALLARD?

The seabed around the EMPIRE MALLARD lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE MALLARD sink?

The EMPIRE MALLARD sank on Sep 26, 1941.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE MALLARD discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE MALLARD was discovered in 1941.

What country did the EMPIRE MALLARD belong to?

The EMPIRE MALLARD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EMPIRE MALLARD carrying?

The EMPIRE MALLARD was carrying metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE MALLARD?

The EMPIRE MALLARD had a tonnage of 4957 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE MALLARD?

The EMPIRE MALLARD is classified as a steam ship.

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