Research Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Research Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 5.847 N,0 4.938 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.097450
  • Longitude: -0.082300
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RESEARCH
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1926
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H5394/26 26.8.26 WK DISPERSED TO LEAST DEPTH 30FT (9MTRS), TO 11.5C 180DEGS FROM FLAMBOROUGH HEAD LT. (TH, LTR 3320/26). INS WK 5FMS (9MTRS). BA 1882. H5079/29 6.8.29 DELETED. (HMS FITZROY, 25.5.60). BA 1882. H8105/25 27.5.60 SEARCHED FOR WK TO 1C N OF SMITHIC BUOY, FLAMBOROUGH HEAD. NOT FOUND. (TH, 10.12.25). H5079/29 26.5.60 AREA WITHIN 1C OF CHARTED SWEPT POSN. NO TRACE OF WRECKAGE ON SEABED. (HMS FITZROY, 6.8.29). H2529/65 8.1.74 NOT LOCATED AFTER CLOSE E/S & MS47 SIDE SCAN SONAR SEARCH. (HMS EGRERIA, 1973). H4069/72 5.3.80 SEARCHED FOR USING E/S & DCS3. NOTHING FOUND. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 47/79). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 26, 2010
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FAQ

Where is the RESEARCH wreck located?

The RESEARCH wreck is located at coordinates 54 5.847 N,0 4.938 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RESEARCH?

The seabed around the RESEARCH lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the RESEARCH discovered?

The wreck of the RESEARCH was discovered in 1926.