Rajah Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rajah Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 5.03 N,4 35.067 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.083833
  • Longitude: -4.584450
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RAJAH
Type sailing vessel
Flag DE
Length 66.1 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1256
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 8, 1896
Original Detection Year 1896
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 17.7.70 SANK BETWEEN LUNDY AND THE CORNISH COAST. (LLOYDS). POSN 510500N, 043500W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. HH091/158/01 16.7.08 NOT LOCATED BY M/B DATASET 2008 OR MAGNETOMETER. (FUGRO OSAE, REPROCESSED HI 1158, M/B DATA DTD 2008). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Apr 29, 2025

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BARRY FOR HONG KONG. FOUNDERED OFF LUNDY IN HEAVY WEATHER. PROBABLY ONLY 2 SURVIVORS. (LLOYDS).

General Comments

IRON HULL

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FAQ

Where is the RAJAH wreck located?

The RAJAH wreck is located at coordinates 51 5.03 N,4 35.067 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RAJAH?

The seabed around the RAJAH lies at approximately 46 meters deep.

When did the RAJAH sink?

The RAJAH sank on Dec 8, 1896.

When was the wreck of the RAJAH discovered?

The wreck of the RAJAH was discovered in 1896.

What country did the RAJAH belong to?

The RAJAH belonged to DE.

What cargo was the RAJAH carrying?

The RAJAH was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the RAJAH?

The RAJAH had a tonnage of 1256 tons.

What type of wreck is the RAJAH?

The RAJAH is classified as a sailing vessel.

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