Hms Brandlebas Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms brandlebas Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 55 N,5 12 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.916667
  • Longitude: -5.200000
Water Depth 69 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS BRANDLEBAS
Type torpedo boat
Flag GB
Length 74.8 m
Width 7.9 m
Tonnage 610
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 14, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details 8.10.09 FOUNDERED IN THE CHANNEL. (SRN). FOUNDERED OFF THE LIZARD. (SIBI). POSN 4955.0N, 0512.0W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

3.7.40 BUILT IN FRANCE. TWIN SHAFT. 2 X 3.9 INCH GUNS & 2 X TORPEDO TUBES. A FRENCH TORPEDO BOAT PLACED UNDER THE CONTROL OF ROYAL NAVY 3.7.40 AT PORTSMOUTH. MANNED BY A FREE FRENCH CREW IN 10.1940. FOUNDERED OFF THE LIZARD IN A GALE. (SIBI & SRN).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS BRANDLEBAS wreck located?

The HMS BRANDLEBAS wreck is located at coordinates 49 55 N,5 12 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS BRANDLEBAS?

The seabed around the HMS BRANDLEBAS lies at approximately 69 meters deep.

When did the HMS BRANDLEBAS sink?

The HMS BRANDLEBAS sank on Dec 14, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS BRANDLEBAS discovered?

The wreck of the HMS BRANDLEBAS was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS BRANDLEBAS belong to?

The HMS BRANDLEBAS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS BRANDLEBAS?

The HMS BRANDLEBAS had a tonnage of 610 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS BRANDLEBAS?

The HMS BRANDLEBAS is classified as a torpedo boat.

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