Hms Yarmouth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms yarmouth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
59 43 N,10 28 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.716667
  • Longitude: -10.466667
Water Depth 1400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS YARMOUTH
Type frigate
Flag GB
Length 112.8 m
Width 12.5 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 2380
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 21, 1987
Original Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details H2312/72 27.7.87 H2312/72 27.7.87 SANK IN 594300N, 102800W, APPROX. GEN DEPTH AROUND 1400MTRS. (JMOTS/370/872/1, 15.7.87). NCA. TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

DISPOSED OF AS A PRACTICE TARGET. HIT BY SEVERAL MISSILES, BOMBS AND GUNFIRE.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS YARMOUTH wreck located?

The HMS YARMOUTH wreck is located at coordinates 59 43 N,10 28 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS YARMOUTH?

The seabed around the HMS YARMOUTH lies at approximately 1400 meters deep.

When did the HMS YARMOUTH sink?

The HMS YARMOUTH sank on Jun 21, 1987.

When was the wreck of the HMS YARMOUTH discovered?

The wreck of the HMS YARMOUTH was discovered in 1987.

What country did the HMS YARMOUTH belong to?

The HMS YARMOUTH belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS YARMOUTH?

The HMS YARMOUTH had a tonnage of 2380 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS YARMOUTH?

The HMS YARMOUTH is classified as a frigate.