Hmsm K1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hmsm k1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 20.46 N,5 43.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.341000
  • Longitude: 5.732000
Water Depth 42 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name HMSM K1
Type submarine
Flag GB
Length 101.8 m
Width 8.2 m
Tonnage 2650
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 18, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details SANK IN NORTH SEA OFF DENMARK. HH100/351/04 29.7.91 SANK IN 562030N, 054400E, APPROX. (BATTLE OF JUTLAND - 75TH ANNIVERSARY EXPED. REPORT 3.7.91). NCA YET, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. SEP 2016/000072600 13.4.16 NOT SHOWN ON DENMARK 93. [ED 8, CORR TO 26/02/16]. AMEND TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Apr 22, 2016

Circumstances of loss

DAMAGED IN A COLLISION WITH HMSM K4. SUNK BY HMS BLANCHE TO AVOID CAPTURE. (BENEATH THE WAVES). 17.11.17 SUNK 17.11.17 BY HMS BLONDE. (COLLEDGE).

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FAQ

Where is the HMSM K1 wreck located?

The HMSM K1 wreck is located at coordinates 56 20.46 N,5 43.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMSM K1?

The seabed around the HMSM K1 lies at approximately 42 meters deep.

When did the HMSM K1 sink?

The HMSM K1 sank on Nov 18, 1917.

When was the wreck of the HMSM K1 discovered?

The wreck of the HMSM K1 was discovered in 1917.

What country did the HMSM K1 belong to?

The HMSM K1 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMSM K1?

The HMSM K1 had a tonnage of 2650 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMSM K1?

The HMSM K1 is classified as a submarine.

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