Rover Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rover Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 34.417 N,1 47 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.573617
  • Longitude: 1.783333
Water Depth 23 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROVER
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 78
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 5, 1892
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1892
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 4.8.72 SANK ABOUT 60 MILES E OF SPURN POINT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 533425N, 014700E APPROX FOR FILING ONLY. H3939/88 11.4.91 H3939/88 11.4.91 NOT FOUND DURING AREA SEARCH. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 461). NCA, AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2006

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WITH LYRA. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the ROVER wreck located?

The ROVER wreck is located at coordinates 53 34.417 N,1 47 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ROVER?

The seabed around the ROVER lies at approximately 23 meters deep.

When did the ROVER sink?

The ROVER sank on May 5, 1892.

When was the wreck of the ROVER discovered?

The wreck of the ROVER was discovered in 1892.

What was the tonnage of the ROVER?

The ROVER had a tonnage of 78 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROVER?

The ROVER is classified as a sailing vessel.

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