Hmsm J6 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hmsm j6 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 0.006 N,1 0.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.000100
  • Longitude: -1.001667
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMSM J6
Type submarine
Flag GB
Length 83.8 m
Width 7 m
Tonnage 1820
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK OFF BLYTH. (COLLEDGE - SHIPS OF ROYAL NAVY). POSN 550000N, 010000W FOR FILING ONLY. H6330/87/2 7.12.88 NO WK FOUND IN LISTED POSN. (GARDLINE SURVEYS, HI 414A). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 18, 2018

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1915 IN PORTSMOUTH. THREE 12 CYLINDER OIL ENGINES, TRIPLE SHAFT. SURFACED 19.5 KNOTS, SUBMERGED 9.5 KNOTS. 6 X 18 INCH TORPEDO TUBES (4 BOW & 2 BEAM). SUNK IN ERROR BY BRITISH DECOY SHIP CYMRIC.

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FAQ

Where is the HMSM J6 wreck located?

The HMSM J6 wreck is located at coordinates 55 0.006 N,1 0.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMSM J6?

The seabed around the HMSM J6 lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the HMSM J6 sink?

The HMSM J6 sank on Oct 15, 1918.

When was the wreck of the HMSM J6 discovered?

The wreck of the HMSM J6 was discovered in 1918.

What country did the HMSM J6 belong to?

The HMSM J6 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMSM J6?

The HMSM J6 had a tonnage of 1820 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMSM J6?

The HMSM J6 is classified as a submarine.

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