Hms Tithonus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms tithonus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 3.96 N,0 33.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.066000
  • Longitude: -0.551667
Wreck Depth 53 m
Water Depth 77 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS TITHONUS
Type boarding vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 3463
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 28, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H3085/26 H3085/26 CONFIRMS LOSS & GIVES NAME & POSN ETC. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H315/27 12.2.27 H315/27 12.2.27 AMEND TO NDW (1918) (PA) ON 2182B. 1.3.71 1.3.71 AMEND TO NDWPA. NE 2182B. 24.4.80 24.4.80 AMEND TO USCPA 53MTRS. NE 278.
Last Amended Date Dec 3, 1984

Circumstances of loss

14.3.16 EX-TITANIA. BUILT 1908. HIRED AS ARMED BOARDING STEAMER 14.3.16. WAS SUNK BY SUBMARINE UB 72 IN THE NORTH SEA.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS TITHONUS wreck located?

The HMS TITHONUS wreck is located at coordinates 57 3.96 N,0 33.1 W.

How deep is the HMS TITHONUS and where exactly is it located?

The HMS TITHONUS lies at a depth of about 53 meters and is located at coordinates 57 3.96 N,0 33.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS TITHONUS?

The seabed around the HMS TITHONUS lies at approximately 77 meters deep.

When did the HMS TITHONUS sink?

The HMS TITHONUS sank on Mar 28, 1918.

When was the wreck of the HMS TITHONUS discovered?

The wreck of the HMS TITHONUS was discovered in 1918.

What country did the HMS TITHONUS belong to?

The HMS TITHONUS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS TITHONUS?

The HMS TITHONUS had a tonnage of 3463 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS TITHONUS?

The HMS TITHONUS is classified as a boarding vessel.