Rupee Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rupee Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 24.028 N,4 47.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.400467
  • Longitude: -4.784433
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RUPEE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 39
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1917
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 26.5.55 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 12M N FROM LUNDY ISLAND. (WW1SL). POSN 512400N, 044700W FOR FILING ONLY. H3804/78 20.3.77 NOT FOUND DURING MAIN AREA DCS3 SEARCH. (HMS FAWN, HI 41/77). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2013/000174975 29.9.13 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY FOR CHANNEL ENERGY LTD, ATLANTIC ARRAY OFSHORE WINDFARM ROS DTD 3.2010 - 5.2010). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

STEAM TRAWLER, 3 CYLINDER TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, 1 BOILER. CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM A GERMAN SUBMARINE. 4 MEN LOST INLUDING THE SKIPPER. (WW1 BMSL).

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FAQ

Where is the RUPEE wreck located?

The RUPEE wreck is located at coordinates 51 24.028 N,4 47.066 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RUPEE?

The seabed around the RUPEE lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the RUPEE sink?

The RUPEE sank on Oct 4, 1917.

When was the wreck of the RUPEE discovered?

The wreck of the RUPEE was discovered in 1955.

What country did the RUPEE belong to?

The RUPEE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RUPEE?

The RUPEE had a tonnage of 39 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUPEE?

The RUPEE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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