Hms Riant Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms riant Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 40.488 N,5 50.565 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.674800
  • Longitude: -5.842750
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS RIANT
Type drifter
Flag GB
Tonnage 95
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 27, 1940
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2012
Original Source other
Surveying Details H605/40 28.2.40 C IN C ROSYTH CANNOT GIVE ANY DEFINITE POSN. (NID). POSN 564030N, 055030W. NCA. 30.8.08 REPORTED TO HAVE SUNK IN 6540.50N, 0550.50W ON 25.1.1940, ALSO REPORTED TO HAVE SUNK ON 27.1.40 IN 5540.00N, 0550.00W. (SHIPWRECKS OF THE W OF SCOTLAND, B BAIRD). NCA. 13.3.12 LISTED POSN NOT WITHIN NAVIGABLE AREA. (NETSURVEY, HI 1364). NO WRECKS LOCATED IN VICINITY. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Mar 13, 2012

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. HIRED AS MINESWEEPER FROM 11.1939. LOST IN BAD WEATHER OFF W COAST OF SCOTLAND. (WW2SL, SRN & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS RIANT wreck located?

The HMS RIANT wreck is located at coordinates 56 40.488 N,5 50.565 W.

When did the HMS RIANT sink?

The HMS RIANT sank on Jan 27, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS RIANT discovered?

The wreck of the HMS RIANT was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS RIANT belong to?

The HMS RIANT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS RIANT?

The HMS RIANT had a tonnage of 95 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS RIANT?

The HMS RIANT is classified as a drifter.

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