Kilcoan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kilcoan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 44.513 N,3 42.476 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.741883
  • Longitude: -3.707933
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KILCOAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 49.7 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 456
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 30, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 15.1.71 15.1.71 SANK 18 MILES NW FROM LIVERPOOL BAR LTV. (WW1SL). [PLOTS IN 534430N, 034224W]. SUNK IN 535400N, 034600W, APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). NCA. HH100/351/06 24.8.92 HH100/351/06 24.8.92 WK IN 533130N, 034928W THOUGHT POSSIBLY TO BE THIS VESSEL. (K HURLEY, 9.8.92). HH090/705/01 6.6.97 HH090/705/01 6.6.97 NOT LOCATED. DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 705). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Apr 21, 2004

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY U 21 AND SCUTTLED USING EXPLOSIVES. PASSAGE GARSTON FOR BELFAST.

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FAQ

Where is the KILCOAN wreck located?

The KILCOAN wreck is located at coordinates 53 44.513 N,3 42.476 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KILCOAN?

The seabed around the KILCOAN lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the KILCOAN sink?

The KILCOAN sank on Jan 30, 1915.

When was the wreck of the KILCOAN discovered?

The wreck of the KILCOAN was discovered in 1915.

What country did the KILCOAN belong to?

The KILCOAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KILCOAN carrying?

The KILCOAN was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the KILCOAN?

The KILCOAN had a tonnage of 456 tons.

What type of wreck is the KILCOAN?

The KILCOAN is classified as a steam ship.