Hms Bahram Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms bahram Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 35.918 N,0 6.497 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.598633
  • Longitude: 0.108283
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS BAHRAM
Type drifter
Flag GB
Tonnage 72
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 3, 1941
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source other
Surveying Details H0423/41 & H01399/41 22.6.60 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 533554N, 000636E. (MINESWEEPING SUMMARY 1941). 2.12.98 RECORD DEAD BY THIS DATE. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 9, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1924. HIRED FROM 1940 AS A HARBOUR DEFENCE PATROL CRAFT. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 45 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MINED. ONE SURVIVOR. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS BAHRAM wreck located?

The HMS BAHRAM wreck is located at coordinates 53 35.918 N,0 6.497 E.

When did the HMS BAHRAM sink?

The HMS BAHRAM sank on Apr 3, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HMS BAHRAM discovered?

The wreck of the HMS BAHRAM was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HMS BAHRAM belong to?

The HMS BAHRAM belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS BAHRAM?

The HMS BAHRAM had a tonnage of 72 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS BAHRAM?

The HMS BAHRAM is classified as a drifter.

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