Kyno Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Kyno Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 6 N,13 26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.100000
  • Longitude: -13.433333
Water Depth 252 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KYNO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 101.2 m
Width 14 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 3946
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 28, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details [NO DATE] SINKING POSN 580600N, 132600W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) 9.2.78 SUNK APPROX 200M W OF THE HEBRIDES. (DODS). 29.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 580600N, 132600W. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, LL WW2). PLOTS IN APPROX 252MTRS. NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1924 BY GOOLE SHIPBUILDING CO., WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 241NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ELLERMAN'S WILSON LINE. PASSAGE NEW YORK FOR HULL. TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 28. 5 OF 37 CREW LOST. (DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the KYNO wreck located?

The KYNO wreck is located at coordinates 58 6 N,13 26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the KYNO?

The seabed around the KYNO lies at approximately 252 meters deep.

When did the KYNO sink?

The KYNO sank on Aug 28, 1940.

When was the wreck of the KYNO discovered?

The wreck of the KYNO was discovered in 1940.

What country did the KYNO belong to?

The KYNO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the KYNO carrying?

The KYNO was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the KYNO?

The KYNO had a tonnage of 3946 tons.

What type of wreck is the KYNO?

The KYNO is classified as a steam ship.

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