Hms Imbat Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms imbat Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 49.975 N,3 11.585 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.832917
  • Longitude: -3.193083
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS IMBAT
Type drifter
Flag GB
Tonnage 92
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 4, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H5319/56 3.9.56 LYING NEAR BEACH AT LYNESS, SCAPA. REQUEST TO PURCHASE FROM NORTHERN SHIPBREAKING CO. POSN 585000N, 031100W APPROX (POSN OF LYNESS, SCAPA). (DIRECTOR OF NAVY CONTRACTS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD IN 1918 BY JONES, BUCKIE FOR THE ADMIRALTY. SOLD IN 1918. OIL EINGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. HIRED FOR HARBOUR SERVICE FROM 1940. SUNK IN COLLISION. (DIRECTOR OF NAVY CONTRACTS, WW2SL, SRN & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS IMBAT wreck located?

The HMS IMBAT wreck is located at coordinates 58 49.975 N,3 11.585 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS IMBAT?

The seabed around the HMS IMBAT lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the HMS IMBAT sink?

The HMS IMBAT sank on Feb 4, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HMS IMBAT discovered?

The wreck of the HMS IMBAT was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HMS IMBAT belong to?

The HMS IMBAT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS IMBAT?

The HMS IMBAT had a tonnage of 92 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS IMBAT?

The HMS IMBAT is classified as a drifter.

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