Kildonan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kildonan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 11.535 N,5 42.059 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.192250
  • Longitude: -5.700983
Wreck Depth 15 m
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KILDONAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 87.2 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 6
Tonnage 2118
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 29, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK 2M NNW FROM PENDEEN LIGHTHOUSE. (DOCKET M73258). H2537/28 H2537/28 WK IN 501130N, 054200W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. 4.5.78 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS USCPA 15MTRS. (TONNAGE KNOWN). NC 1178. 13.12.11 13.12.11 NOT LOCATED 17.3.10 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 13, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1898 BY W PICKERSGILL & SONS, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BY SEVILLE & UNITED KINGDOM CARRYING CO. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 210 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY G CLARKE, SUNDERLAND. PASSAGE SANTANDER FOR ARDROSSAN. TORPEDOED BY UB-35. 14 MEN LOST. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the KILDONAN wreck located?

The KILDONAN wreck is located at coordinates 50 11.535 N,5 42.059 W.

How deep is the KILDONAN and where exactly is it located?

The KILDONAN lies at a depth of about 15 meters and is located at coordinates 50 11.535 N,5 42.059 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KILDONAN?

The seabed around the KILDONAN lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the KILDONAN sink?

The KILDONAN sank on Sep 29, 1917.

When was the wreck of the KILDONAN discovered?

The wreck of the KILDONAN was discovered in 1917.

What country did the KILDONAN belong to?

The KILDONAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KILDONAN carrying?

The KILDONAN was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the KILDONAN?

The KILDONAN had a tonnage of 2118 tons.

What type of wreck is the KILDONAN?

The KILDONAN is classified as a steam ship.

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