Hms Sybille Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Hms sybille Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 10 S,18 18.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -32.166667
  • Longitude: 18.308333
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS SYBILLE
Type cruiser (military)
Flag GB
Length 91.4 m
Width 13.1 m
Tonnage 3400
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 16, 1901
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source other
Surveying Details H2211/70 17.11.75 H2211/70 17.11.75 WRECK IN 321000S, 181830E APPROX. (SA PILOT, VOL.2, PAGE 120). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 27, 2019

Circumstances of loss

27.12.1890 BUILT IN 27.12.1890 BY STEPHENSON, NEWCASTLE. 2X 6IN, 6X 7IN & 8-6PDR. RAN ASHORE IN HEAVY WEATHER, ONE CASUALTY. WAS A TOTAL WRECK, PARTS OF WHICH CAN STILL BE FOUND OFF GROOTRIF, LOCAL FARMERS CLAIM TO HAVE SALVAGED STICKS OF LYDDITE WHICH MAKE EXCELLENT FIRE LIGHTERS AS RECENTLY AS 1971. (SHIPS OF THE ROYAL NAVY & SA PILOT, VOL.2, PAGE 120)

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FAQ

Where is the HMS SYBILLE wreck located?

The HMS SYBILLE wreck is located at coordinates 32 10 S,18 18.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS SYBILLE?

The seabed around the HMS SYBILLE lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the HMS SYBILLE sink?

The HMS SYBILLE sank on Jan 16, 1901.

When was the wreck of the HMS SYBILLE discovered?

The wreck of the HMS SYBILLE was discovered in 1975.

What country did the HMS SYBILLE belong to?

The HMS SYBILLE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS SYBILLE?

The HMS SYBILLE had a tonnage of 3400 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS SYBILLE?

The HMS SYBILLE is classified as a cruiser (military).

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