Hms Hirose (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Hms hirose (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
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52 8.466 N,1 43.238 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
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- Latitude: 52.141100
- Longitude: 1.720633
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| Wreck Depth |
24.83 m
|
| Water Depth |
27 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
trawler
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
38.1 m |
| Width |
7 m |
| Draught |
4 |
| Sonar Length |
15.5 |
| Sonar Width |
4.1 |
| Shadow Height |
2.1 |
| Orientation |
20 |
| Tonnage |
275 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jun 29, 1916
|
| Bottom Texture |
6,1,4 |
| Original Detection Year |
1916 |
| Last Detection Year |
2016 |
| Original Source |
published World War 1 losses |
| Last Amended Date |
Aug 22, 2017 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
HMS Hirose probably is an underwater shipwreck located off the coast of Aldborough Napes in the North Sea. The wreck position coordinates are 52 8.466 N, 1 43.238 E. Recent hydrographic surveys confirm the shipwreck lies in a general depth of 27 meters with a least multibeam depth of 24.83 meters. The structural description includes a reported length of 15.5 meters, a width of 4.1 meters, and a height of 2.1 meters, with an orientation of 020/200 degrees. Survey records indicate the site remains intact, potentially representing debris from a listed wreck.
Surveying Details
SUNK OFF ALDBOROUGH NAPES. (WW1SL). H2917/83 1.4.85 EXAM'D 16.10.84 IN 520826N, 014321E [OGB] USING HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 25.3 IN GEN DEPTH 27 TO 28MTRS. SCOUR DEPTH 29MTRS. LYING, APPARENTLY INTACT, 060/240 DEGS WITH LENGTH ABOUT 36MTRS. (SOISS, HI 196). BR STD. SEP 2016/000091759 22.8.17 EXAM'D 12.12.16; IN 5208.466N, 0143.238E [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 24.83MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 27MTRS, LENGTH 15.5MTRS, WIDTH 4.1MTRS, HEIGHT 2.1MTRS, ORIENTATION 020/200 DEGS. WRECK IS INTACT, POTENTIALLY DEBRIS FROM LISTED WRECK 10290. (GARDLINE, HI 1495). AMEND DW 24.5MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Circumstances of loss
EX-ONZE. BUILT IN 1915 BY SMITH'S DOCK CO LTD, MIDDLESBROUGH. ORIGINALLY DUTCH REGISTERED. PREVIOUSLY OWNED BY NEALE & WEST LTD. HIRED IN 1915. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 87HP, SINGLE SHAFT. MINED.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
52 8.466 N,1 43.238 E
Hms Hirose (Probably) on Wreck Map
Hms Hirose (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 8.466 N,1 43.238 E.
How deep is the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 24.83 meters and is located at coordinates 52 8.466 N,1 43.238 E.
How deep is the seabed around the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 27 meters deep.
When did the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) sink?
The HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) sank on Jun 29, 1916.
When was the wreck of the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1916.
What country did the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) belong to?
The HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY)?
The HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 275 tons.
What type of wreck is the HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY)?
The HMS HIROSE (PROBABLY) is classified as a trawler.