Harbinger Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Harbinger Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 41.417 N,0 18.511 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.690283
  • Longitude: 0.308517
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HARBINGER
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 39
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 28, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 18M OFF SPURN PT. (LLWW1). NCA. SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 10M NE OF SPURN PT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 534124N, 001837E FOR FILING ONLY. H3805/72 28.2.78 H3805/72 28.2.78 NOT FOUND DURING DCS3 SEARCH. (SOISS, HI 54/77). AMEND DEAD. NCA. 6.9.13 6.9.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1401). NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 10, 2010

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FOR FISHING GROUNDS. SUNK BY U-BOAT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

General Comments

SEE [67182] IN SAME POSITION

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FAQ

Where is the HARBINGER wreck located?

The HARBINGER wreck is located at coordinates 53 41.417 N,0 18.511 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HARBINGER?

The seabed around the HARBINGER lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the HARBINGER sink?

The HARBINGER sank on Jun 28, 1917.

When was the wreck of the HARBINGER discovered?

The wreck of the HARBINGER was discovered in 1917.

What country did the HARBINGER belong to?

The HARBINGER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HARBINGER?

The HARBINGER had a tonnage of 39 tons.

What type of wreck is the HARBINGER?

The HARBINGER is classified as a trawler.

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