Hm Mgb 501 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hm mgb 501 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 56.036 N,5 56.057 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.933933
  • Longitude: -5.934283
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HM MGB 501
Type gunboat
Flag GB
Length 35.7 m
Width 5.8 m
Draught 1.5
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 27, 1942
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source other
Surveying Details H067/42 27.7.42 H067/42 SANK IN 495600N, 055600W. (FOIC FALMOUTH, 27.7.42). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H2590/76 17.3.76 H2590/76 17.3.76 NOT FOUND DURING SIDE SCAN SONAR SWEEP. (HMS HECLA, HI 1A/75). H3841/86 25.1.88 H3841/86 25.1.88 NUMBER OF SMALL ROCK OUTCROPS IN THIS AREA. NO WKGE DETECTED. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 360). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Dec 13, 2000

Circumstances of loss

27.7.42 EXPERIMENTAL PROTOTYPE SANK AFTER INTERNAL EXPLOSION. (FOIC FALMOUTH, 27.7.42).

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FAQ

Where is the HM MGB 501 wreck located?

The HM MGB 501 wreck is located at coordinates 49 56.036 N,5 56.057 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HM MGB 501?

The seabed around the HM MGB 501 lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the HM MGB 501 sink?

The HM MGB 501 sank on Jul 27, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HM MGB 501 discovered?

The wreck of the HM MGB 501 was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HM MGB 501 belong to?

The HM MGB 501 belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the HM MGB 501?

The HM MGB 501 is classified as a gunboat.

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