Oryx Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Oryx Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 21.035 N,3 12.074 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.350583
  • Longitude: -3.201233
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORYX
Type smack
Flag GB
Tonnage 38
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 21, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source other
Surveying Details 1918 SUNK 10 TO 12M SE BY E FROM BERRY HEAD. (SKIPPER, DOCKET M10205). 1918 SUNK IN 502100N, 031200W. (SNO TORQUAY, DOCKET M9798). SUNK 10M SE BY S FROM BERRY HEAD. (WW1SL). NCA. POSN 502100N, 031200W FOR FILING ONLY. H2003/84 11.9.84 H2003/84 11.9.84 NOT FOUND. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST. (GARDLINE SURVEY LTD., HI 202). AMENDED TO DEAD. 30.4.13 30.4.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1369). NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 18, 2003

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE & SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the ORYX wreck located?

The ORYX wreck is located at coordinates 50 21.035 N,3 12.074 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ORYX?

The seabed around the ORYX lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the ORYX sink?

The ORYX sank on Feb 21, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ORYX discovered?

The wreck of the ORYX was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ORYX belong to?

The ORYX belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ORYX?

The ORYX had a tonnage of 38 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORYX?

The ORYX is classified as a smack.

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