Kaiser Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kaiser Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 23.911 N,0 28.436 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.398517
  • Longitude: -0.473933
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KAISER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 816
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,general and mixed goods,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1904
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source other
Surveying Details 21.1.81 RAN AGROUND AT RAVENSCAR, BLEA WYKE. (SIBI). POSN 542400N, 002830W FOR FILING ONLY. H6331/87/2 10.2.89 NO INDICATION OF WRECKAGE FOUND. (LAND & MARINE, HI 414B). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date May 24, 2017

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF IRON IN 1880 BY WILLIAM GRAY, HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY WEST HARTLEPOOL STEAM NAV CO. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE HAMBURG FOR WEST HARTLEPOOL. DROVE ASHORE IN FOG. CREW AND PASSENGERS RECOVERED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the KAISER wreck located?

The KAISER wreck is located at coordinates 54 23.911 N,0 28.436 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KAISER?

The seabed around the KAISER lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the KAISER discovered?

The wreck of the KAISER was discovered in 1904.

What country did the KAISER belong to?

The KAISER belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KAISER carrying?

The KAISER was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,general and mixed goods,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the KAISER?

The KAISER had a tonnage of 816 tons.

What type of wreck is the KAISER?

The KAISER is classified as a steam ship.

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