Knight Errant Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Knight errant Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 34.56 N,4 52.42 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.576000
  • Longitude: 4.873667
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KNIGHT ERRANT
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 64
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 17, 1897
Original Detection Year 1897
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source published other losses
Surveying Details 4.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS APPROX 16M NW OF TERSCHELLING. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). GIVES POSN APPROX 533436N, 045230E. NCA. 14.7.89 NOT LISTED IN NETHERLANDS WK RECORDS - JAN'88 EDN.
Last Amended Date Feb 28, 2005

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH FLOATING WRECKAGE. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 34.56 N,4 52.42 E
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FAQ

Where is the KNIGHT ERRANT wreck located?

The KNIGHT ERRANT wreck is located at coordinates 53 34.56 N,4 52.42 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KNIGHT ERRANT?

The seabed around the KNIGHT ERRANT lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the KNIGHT ERRANT sink?

The KNIGHT ERRANT sank on May 17, 1897.

When was the wreck of the KNIGHT ERRANT discovered?

The wreck of the KNIGHT ERRANT was discovered in 1897.

What country did the KNIGHT ERRANT belong to?

The KNIGHT ERRANT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the KNIGHT ERRANT?

The KNIGHT ERRANT had a tonnage of 64 tons.

What type of wreck is the KNIGHT ERRANT?

The KNIGHT ERRANT is classified as a sailing vessel.