Harpalyce Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Harpalyce Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 37.85 N,2 43.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.630833
  • Longitude: 2.732000
Water Depth 27 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HARPALYCE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 130.5 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 5940
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 10, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SUNK E BY S OF N HINDER LTV. (WW1SL). SUNK 7 MILES NE OF N HINDER LTV. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 8, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1911 BY W GREY & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J & C HARRISON. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 593NHP FOR 12 KNOTS. PASSAGE ROTTERDAM FOR NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, IN BASSAST WITH 'SAFTE CONDUCT' FROM THE GERMAN MINISTER AT THE HAGEU. MARKED: 'COMMISSION FOR BELGIAN RELIEF' ON HER SIDES. TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. 15 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the HARPALYCE wreck located?

The HARPALYCE wreck is located at coordinates 51 37.85 N,2 43.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HARPALYCE?

The seabed around the HARPALYCE lies at approximately 27 meters deep.

When did the HARPALYCE sink?

The HARPALYCE sank on Apr 10, 1915.

When was the wreck of the HARPALYCE discovered?

The wreck of the HARPALYCE was discovered in 1915.

What country did the HARPALYCE belong to?

The HARPALYCE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the HARPALYCE carrying?

The HARPALYCE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the HARPALYCE?

The HARPALYCE had a tonnage of 5940 tons.

What type of wreck is the HARPALYCE?

The HARPALYCE is classified as a steam ship.

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