Kelvinbank Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kelvinbank Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 3.964 N,5 40.079 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.066067
  • Longitude: -5.667983
Water Depth 950 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KELVINBANK
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 114 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 4072
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 13, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck KELVINBANK lies at the precise coordinates 60 3.964 N, 5 40.079 W in the deep waters of the North Atlantic Ocean west of the Shetland Islands. Historically recorded as sunk on April 1, 1996, this underwater obstruction is classified as too deep to be charted for surface navigation. Previous hydrographic surveys and reports identified the wreckage as a sunken vessel, though its current structural condition remains beneath the reach of standard maritime charts. Search data suggests the site was formerly associated with historical wreck notations near these coordinates in the North Atlantic region.

Surveying Details

22.2.80 NDWPA SHOWN IN 595200N, 060000W. (US P/O DATED 16.10.76). 1.4.96 SANK IN 600400N, 054000W. (WW1SL). TOO DEEP TO CHART.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY GLASGOW STEAM SHIPPING CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY R THOMPSON & SONS. 361NHP. 10 KNOTS. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL AND GLASGOW FOR ARCHANGEL. TORPEDOED AND SUNK 100 MILES W OF CAPE WRATH. THE CAPTAIN AND 15 OF THE CREW WERE KILLED.

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FAQ

Where is the KELVINBANK wreck located?

The KELVINBANK wreck is located at coordinates 60 3.964 N,5 40.079 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KELVINBANK?

The seabed around the KELVINBANK lies at approximately 950 meters deep.

When did the KELVINBANK sink?

The KELVINBANK sank on Jun 13, 1917.

When was the wreck of the KELVINBANK discovered?

The wreck of the KELVINBANK was discovered in 1917.

What country did the KELVINBANK belong to?

The KELVINBANK belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KELVINBANK carrying?

The KELVINBANK was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the KELVINBANK?

The KELVINBANK had a tonnage of 4072 tons.

What type of wreck is the KELVINBANK?

The KELVINBANK is classified as a steam ship.

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