Rover Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rover Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 38.968 N,0 35.892 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.649467
  • Longitude: 0.598200
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROVER
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 42
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 5, 1916
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 14M ENE OF SPURN LT VESSEL. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 533857N, 003600E FOR FILING ONLY. H3805/72 28.2.72 NOT FOUND DURING DCS3 AREA SEARCH. (SOISS, HI 54/77). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2014/000180690 19.8.14 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE, HI 1419). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY U-BOAT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

General Comments

SEE [67171] IN SAME POSITION

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FAQ

Where is the ROVER wreck located?

The ROVER wreck is located at coordinates 53 38.968 N,0 35.892 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ROVER?

The seabed around the ROVER lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the ROVER sink?

The ROVER sank on Oct 5, 1916.

When was the wreck of the ROVER discovered?

The wreck of the ROVER was discovered in 1916.

What country did the ROVER belong to?

The ROVER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ROVER?

The ROVER had a tonnage of 42 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROVER?

The ROVER is classified as a trawler.

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