Hms Rifsnes Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms rifsnes Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 14.733 N,2 36.3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.245550
  • Longitude: 2.605000
Water Depth 11 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS RIFSNES
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 431
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 20, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source other
Surveying Details 2.9.59 SUNK IN 511444N, 023618E, OR 253DEGS, 3M FROM MIDDLE KIRKE BANK BUOY. (VA DOVER, 20.5.40) INS AS NDW PA. - FNM 1347/40. 12.1.73 SHOWN AS DW PA. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NC 125. 23.4.74 NOT SHOWN ON NETHERLANDS 1035. NCA YET. 12.10.76 NOT SHOWN ON BELGIAN 102 [11TH EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jul 24, 2007

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1932, REQUISITIONED AS A MINESWEEPER. SUNK BY AIRCRAFT OFF OSTENDE. (WW2SL & SHIPS OF ROYAL NAVY)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 14.733 N,2 36.3 E
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FAQ

Where is the HMS RIFSNES wreck located?

The HMS RIFSNES wreck is located at coordinates 51 14.733 N,2 36.3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS RIFSNES?

The seabed around the HMS RIFSNES lies at approximately 11 meters deep.

When did the HMS RIFSNES sink?

The HMS RIFSNES sank on May 20, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS RIFSNES discovered?

The wreck of the HMS RIFSNES was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS RIFSNES belong to?

The HMS RIFSNES belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS RIFSNES?

The HMS RIFSNES had a tonnage of 431 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS RIFSNES?

The HMS RIFSNES is classified as a trawler.

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