Empire Panther (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Empire panther (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 8.273 N,5 31.263 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.137883
  • Longitude: -5.521050
Wreck Depth 83 m
Water Depth 96 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 5600
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 1, 1943
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source other
Surveying Details H0109/45 9.5.45 H0109/45 POSN 520815N, 053112W. (W APP LIST 9.5.45). WK NOTED AS POSSIBLY THE EMPIRE PANTHER. (W APP LIST). SONAR CONTACT POSN APPROX. (C IN C W APP). SONAR CONTACT. (C IN C W APP AUBD 319/161). 29.8.72 29.8.72 INS AS WK USCPA 55MTRS. NC 1973. 4.5.78 4.5.78 AMEND TO WK USCPA 83MTRS. NC 1178. H1950/76 11.11.80 H1950/76 11.11.80 NOT FOUND BY INTENSIVE AREA SEARCH USING DCS3. (HMS BEAGLE HI 40/80). DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 3, 1980

Circumstances of loss

BLEW UP WHEN ATTACKED. (W APP LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 8.273 N,5 31.263 W.

How deep is the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 83 meters and is located at coordinates 52 8.273 N,5 31.263 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 96 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) sink?

The EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 1, 1943.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1943.

What country did the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY)?

The EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 5600 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY)?

The EMPIRE PANTHER (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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