Paralos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Paralos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 31.599 N,1 25.396 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.526650
  • Longitude: 1.423267
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PARALOS
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 101.2 m
Width 14.9 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 3435
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 6, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H0228/39 18.12.39 DW 075.5DEG 6.6M FROM S SHINGLE BN. - FNM 2840/39. H0215/39 28.4.40 INS DW. - NM 1074/40. H02238/43 8.9.43 AMEND POSN TO 513134N, 012530E. - NM 1862/43. H0228/39 5.9.46 DELETED. (CAPT M/S SHEERNESS). - NM 3061/46. HH090/938/01 11.9.01 NOT LOCATED. (NP 1016, HI 938). NCA. HH090/997/01 19.12.02 NOT LOCATED. (NP 1016, HI 997). NCA. SEP 2017/000123580 15.9.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2017). (GARDLINE, HI 1518). NFA.
Last Amended Date Sep 28, 2017

Circumstances of loss

MINED.

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FAQ

Where is the PARALOS wreck located?

The PARALOS wreck is located at coordinates 51 31.599 N,1 25.396 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PARALOS?

The seabed around the PARALOS lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the PARALOS sink?

The PARALOS sank on Dec 6, 1939.

When was the wreck of the PARALOS discovered?

The wreck of the PARALOS was discovered in 1939.

What country did the PARALOS belong to?

The PARALOS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the PARALOS carrying?

The PARALOS was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the PARALOS?

The PARALOS had a tonnage of 3435 tons.

What type of wreck is the PARALOS?

The PARALOS is classified as a steam ship.