Mallard (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mallard (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 23.386 N,2 20.796 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.389767
  • Longitude: -2.346600
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MALLARD (POSSIBLY)
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Length 49.8 m
Width 8.1 m
Draught 2.9
Tonnage 352
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 11, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the Mallard is located off the English Channel coast near St Catherine's Point and Beachy Head at coordinates 50 23.386 N, 2 20.796 W. Identified as a World War II era vessel, the Mallard is recorded as a non-dangerous wreck site. Survey data suggests the remains are consistent with a steel-hulled ship, though the structure is noted as being well broken. Historical reports indicate the vessel sank in the English Channel region, with the wreck site currently charted to assist with maritime navigation and underwater obstruction awareness.

Surveying Details

SANK BETWEEN ST CATHERINE'S PT AND BEACHY HEAD. (WW2SL). 27.7.87 WK, THOUGHT TO BE THAT OF THE MALLARD, IN 502321N, 022043W. POSN BY DECCA (M SKELSEY). INS AS NDW. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1936 BY CALDON SHIPBUILDING & ENGINEERING CO LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE GENERAL STEAM NAVIGATION CO LTD. OIL ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE NEWLYN FOR LONDON. FOUNDERED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the MALLARD (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MALLARD (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 23.386 N,2 20.796 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MALLARD (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MALLARD (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When did the MALLARD (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MALLARD (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 11, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MALLARD (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MALLARD (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MALLARD (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MALLARD (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MALLARD (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The MALLARD (POSSIBLY) was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the MALLARD (POSSIBLY)?

The MALLARD (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 352 tons.

What type of wreck is the MALLARD (POSSIBLY)?

The MALLARD (POSSIBLY) is classified as a motor vessel.

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