Mobile (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mobile (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 43.172 N,6 50.264 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.719533
  • Longitude: -6.837733
Wreck Depth 117 m
Water Depth 127 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOBILE (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 86.3 m
Width 12.2 m
Draught 5.6
Tonnage 1950
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 28, 1915
Bottom Texture Gravel
Original Detection Year 1968
Last Detection Year 1983
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H8179/68 19.12.68 WK 64FMS IN 584312N 065012W. GEN DEPTH 69FMS. (HMS HECLA, SIGNAL DTD 12.12.68). - NM 39/69. H2170/69 1.4.69 LOCATED DURING BATHYMETRIC SURVEY. APPARENTLY A WRECK, BUT NO FULL INVESTIGATION CARRIED OUT. (HMS HECLA, HI 8/68). 27.8.82 SHOWN AS WK 117MTRS. NE 2720. H2074/82 22.12.83 NOT FOUND DURING INTENSIVE SEARCH USING DCS3 & E/S. PRESUMED HMS HECLA MISIDENTIFIED A VERY STRONG FISH ECHO. (GARDLINE SURVEYS, HI 145 [K9212]) AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jun 22, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1914 BY IRVINE'S SB & DD CO LTD. WEST HARTLEPOOL. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FURNESS, WITHY & CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 175NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARRY FOR ACAPA FLOW. CAPTURED BY U-30 AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the MOBILE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MOBILE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 43.172 N,6 50.264 W.

How deep is the MOBILE (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The MOBILE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 117 meters and is located at coordinates 58 43.172 N,6 50.264 W.

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

The seabed around the MOBILE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 127 meters deep.

When did the MOBILE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MOBILE (POSSIBLY) sank on Apr 28, 1915.

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

The wreck of the MOBILE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1968.

What country did the MOBILE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MOBILE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MOBILE (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The MOBILE (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the MOBILE (POSSIBLY)?

The MOBILE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1950 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOBILE (POSSIBLY)?

The MOBILE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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