Kyle Skye Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Kyle skye Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 26.199 N,5 15.317 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.436650
  • Longitude: -5.255283
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KYLE SKYE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 39.7 m
Width 6.9 m
Draught 2.9
Tonnage 311
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 25, 1940
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source ship visit/hydrographic note report
Surveying Details H272/40 5.3.40 GROUNDING POSN GIVEN AS 552612N, 051515W. (HMS SCOTT, HN DTD 5.3.40). NCA. H1310/84/17 25.5.84 LIES IN POSN APPROX 1KM W OF KILMORY WATER. (D JOHNSTON, LTR DTD 20.5.84). NCA. H885/83 2.5.86 NOT FOUND SURING SMB INVESTIGATIONS. WRECKAGE MAY BE MASKED BY KELP AND ROCKS IN THE AREA. (HMS BULLDOG. HI 165B). NCA. AMEND DEAD. SEP 2021/000344798 6.1.22 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2020) (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY AB, HI 1680). NFA.
Last Amended Date Mar 15, 2006

Circumstances of loss

EX-NANCIE THOMAS '35. BUILT IN 1922 BY RENNIE, RITCHIE & NEWPORT SB CO, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY R CALLERON & CO, LIVERPOOL. ONE BOILER,L COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 63 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY GALULDIE, GILLESPIE & CO LTD, GLASGOW. PASSAGE CAMPBELTOWN FOR WORKINGTON. RAN AGROUND. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the KYLE SKYE wreck located?

The KYLE SKYE wreck is located at coordinates 55 26.199 N,5 15.317 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KYLE SKYE?

The seabed around the KYLE SKYE lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the KYLE SKYE sink?

The KYLE SKYE sank on Oct 25, 1940.

When was the wreck of the KYLE SKYE discovered?

The wreck of the KYLE SKYE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the KYLE SKYE belong to?

The KYLE SKYE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KYLE SKYE carrying?

The KYLE SKYE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the KYLE SKYE?

The KYLE SKYE had a tonnage of 311 tons.

What type of wreck is the KYLE SKYE?

The KYLE SKYE is classified as a steam ship.

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