Glenravel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Glenravel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 6.481 N,2 0.602 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.108017
  • Longitude: -2.010033
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLENRAVEL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 70.8 m
Width 10.3 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 1092
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 8, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 25M OF KINNAIRD HD. (WW1SL) SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 12M NNE FROM KINNAIRD HD. (LL WW1) 29.8.78 INS AS USCPA 40MTRS IN 580630N, 020030W. NC 115. 26.11.12 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. DISPROVED. (P ROBERTSON, HI 1372 REPLY TO APPRAISAL DTD 21.11.12). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2012

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1906 BY AILSA SHIPBUILDING CO LTD, TROON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ANTRIM IRON ORE CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 184NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY MACCOLL & CO LTD, BELFAST. PASSAGE BELFAST FOR LEITH. CAPTURED BY U-17 AND SUNK BY SCUTTLING CHARGES. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the GLENRAVEL wreck located?

The GLENRAVEL wreck is located at coordinates 58 6.481 N,2 0.602 W.

How deep is the GLENRAVEL and where exactly is it located?

The GLENRAVEL lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 58 6.481 N,2 0.602 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GLENRAVEL?

The seabed around the GLENRAVEL lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the GLENRAVEL sink?

The GLENRAVEL sank on Aug 8, 1915.

When was the wreck of the GLENRAVEL discovered?

The wreck of the GLENRAVEL was discovered in 1915.

What country did the GLENRAVEL belong to?

The GLENRAVEL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GLENRAVEL carrying?

The GLENRAVEL was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the GLENRAVEL?

The GLENRAVEL had a tonnage of 1092 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLENRAVEL?

The GLENRAVEL is classified as a steam ship.

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