Fulmer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fulmer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 43.02 N,9 41.03 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.717000
  • Longitude: -9.683833
Water Depth 58 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FULMER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 418
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 30, 1888
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1888
Original Source other
Surveying Details 12.2.68 12.2.68 SANK BETWEEN FARRIHY AND KILKEE. (SHIPWRECKS OF THE IRISH COAST) NCA, POSN 524300N, 094100W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Dec 6, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1868 IN MIDDLESBROUGH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MSRS HARRIS DIXON OF LONDON. ONE BOILER, TWO CYLINDER SINGLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. TROON FOR LIMERICK. SANK BETWEEN KILKEE AND FARRIHY, EIRE, ALL 17 ON BOARD WERE LOST. (SII & SHIPWRECKS OF THE IRISH COAST).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 52 43.02 N,9 41.03 W
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FAQ

Where is the FULMER wreck located?

The FULMER wreck is located at coordinates 52 43.02 N,9 41.03 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FULMER?

The seabed around the FULMER lies at approximately 58 meters deep.

When did the FULMER sink?

The FULMER sank on Jan 30, 1888.

When was the wreck of the FULMER discovered?

The wreck of the FULMER was discovered in 1888.

What country did the FULMER belong to?

The FULMER belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FULMER carrying?

The FULMER was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the FULMER?

The FULMER had a tonnage of 418 tons.

What type of wreck is the FULMER?

The FULMER is classified as a steam ship.