Grutto Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Grutto Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 29 N,2 53 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.483333
  • Longitude: 2.883333
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GRUTTO
Flag NL
Tonnage 920
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 6, 1940
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source other
Surveying Details H0293/40 16.3.40 WK IN 512900N, 025300E [UND]. (FOIC LONDON 6/3/40 & NID). - PFNM 720/40. H0307/40 26.7.40 INS DW PA. - NM 1851/40. H3199/74 11.12.74 NOT SHOWN ON BELGIAN 1 [SEPT 1974 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 20, 2006

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE GRAVESEND FOR ROTTERDAM. GENERAL CARGO. WRECKAGE SIGHTED 7.5M SW, 0.5W MAGNETIC FROM THORNTON RIDGE BUOY. CREW 18. 1 LOST. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the GRUTTO wreck located?

The GRUTTO wreck is located at coordinates 51 29 N,2 53 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GRUTTO?

The seabed around the GRUTTO lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the GRUTTO sink?

The GRUTTO sank on Mar 6, 1940.

When was the wreck of the GRUTTO discovered?

The wreck of the GRUTTO was discovered in 1940.

What country did the GRUTTO belong to?

The GRUTTO belonged to NL.

What cargo was the GRUTTO carrying?

The GRUTTO was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the GRUTTO?

The GRUTTO had a tonnage of 920 tons.

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