Hms Bayano Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms bayano Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 3.035 N,5 26.098 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.050583
  • Longitude: -5.434967
Water Depth 102 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS BAYANO
Type cruiser (military)
Flag GB
Length 127.1 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 5948
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 11, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source other
Surveying Details 20.9.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 550302N, 052606W, 10M NW BY W FROM CORSEWALL PT. (DODS). NOT FOUND DURING HMS FOX SURVEY IN 1972. COULD POSSIBLY BE WRECK IN 550317N, 052610W. H5982/82 8.11.82 WK SHOWN IN 550304N, 052632W [OGB] ON KINGFISHER TRAWLING PLOTS A - PLOT 7 [1982]. NCA. SEP 2021/00032449 21.12.21 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2021) (A-2-SEA SOLUTIONS LTD, HI 1718). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Dec 21, 2021

Circumstances of loss

21.11.14 BUILT IN 1913 BY A STEPHEN & SON, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ELDERS & FYFFES LTD. FOUR BOILERS, TWO TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES FOR 584 NHP, TWIN SHAFT. 2 X 6 INCH GUNS. HIRED FROM 21.11.14 AND CONVERTED INTO AN ARMED MERCHANT CRUISER. PASSAGE GLASGOW FOR LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED BY U-27 AND SANK VERY QUICKLY. 195 OFFICERS & RATINGS LOST. (SIBI, DODS & GLASGOW HERALD 13.3.15).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS BAYANO wreck located?

The HMS BAYANO wreck is located at coordinates 55 3.035 N,5 26.098 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS BAYANO?

The seabed around the HMS BAYANO lies at approximately 102 meters deep.

When did the HMS BAYANO sink?

The HMS BAYANO sank on Mar 11, 1915.

When was the wreck of the HMS BAYANO discovered?

The wreck of the HMS BAYANO was discovered in 1915.

What country did the HMS BAYANO belong to?

The HMS BAYANO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS BAYANO?

The HMS BAYANO had a tonnage of 5948 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS BAYANO?

The HMS BAYANO is classified as a cruiser (military).

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