Hms Cocker Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms cocker Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 6 N,24 11.833 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.100000
  • Longitude: 24.197217
Water Depth 91 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS COCKER
Type factory ship
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 3, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1973
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0921/43 12.3.43 H0921/43 12.3.43 VESSEL SANK IN 320600N, 241150E APPROX. (FLEET HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICER, ALEXANDRIA, LM DTD 15.2.43). NCA. H2419/47 14.5.47 H2419/47 14.5.47 NDW IN 320600N, 241150E APPROX. BR STD. H2089/71 12.11.73 H2089/71 12.11.73 NDW IN 320600N, 241150E. (BREST NM 73 38 20). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 24, 1996

Circumstances of loss

EX-KOS XIX. HIRED IN 1940 AND RENAMED HMS COCKER. PASSAGE TOBRUK FOR ALEXANDRIA. SUNK BY U-331 OFF BARDIA, LIBYA. (SHIPS OF THE RN & BRITAIN'S SEA WAR).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS COCKER wreck located?

The HMS COCKER wreck is located at coordinates 32 6 N,24 11.833 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS COCKER?

The seabed around the HMS COCKER lies at approximately 91 meters deep.

When did the HMS COCKER sink?

The HMS COCKER sank on Jun 3, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS COCKER discovered?

The wreck of the HMS COCKER was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS COCKER belong to?

The HMS COCKER belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the HMS COCKER?

The HMS COCKER is classified as a factory ship.

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