Rytoner Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Rytoner Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 31.784 N,0 25.289 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.529733
  • Longitude: 0.421483
Wreck Depth 41 m
Water Depth 46 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RYTONER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 43.3 m
Width 7.6 m
Draught 4
Sonar Length 50
Sonar Width 9
Shadow Height 6
Orientation 87
Tonnage 437
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 14, 1925
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1925
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3322/25 14.5.25 H3322/25 SANK 189.5DEGS, 10 MILES FROM BEACHY HEAD LT. (LL, 14.5.25). H4959/73 15.4.75 H4959/73 15.4.75 WK LOCATED 7.10.74 IN 503145N, 002518E [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 40.2 IN GEN DEPTH 47MTRS. LIES E/W WITH DCS3 HT 7.2MTRS, LENGTH 160FT. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 55/74). CHART AS WK 40MTRS [22FMS]. NE 2451. HH100/351/05 24.4.92 HH100/351/05 24.4.92 LOCATED IN 503144.5N, 002527E [OGB] USING DECCA. (C MARTIN, 13.4.92). NCA. HH100/351/07 3.9.93 HH100/351/07 3.9.93 WK DIVED 15 & 21.8.93. POSITIVELY IDENTIFIED AS THE 'RYTONER'. IT LIES E/W WITH BOWS W, BROKEN AND POINTING UPWARDS. BRIDGE AREA IS MISSING AND A LARGE TRAWL COVERS STERN TO MIDSHIPS. BOWS STAND 7MTRS HIGH. (I WARREN, 1.9.93). HH091/159/01 26.6.07 HH091/159/01 26.6.07 LOCATED 15.1.07 IN 5031.784N, 0025.289E [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 41.10 IN GEN DEPTH 46.4MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 50MTRS, WIDTH 9MTRS, HT 6MTRS. LIES 087/267 DEGS WITH BOWS W. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (OSAE, HI 1159). UPRIGHT, MIDSHIPS PORTION APPARENTLY COLLAPSED. AMEND WK 41MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jun 26, 2007

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION WHILE ON PASSAGE PORTSMOUTH TO CALAIS. (LL).

General Comments

UPRIGHT, BOWS W, MIDSHIPS APPARENTLY COLLAPSED

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FAQ

Where is the RYTONER wreck located?

The RYTONER wreck is located at coordinates 50 31.784 N,0 25.289 E.

How deep is the RYTONER and where exactly is it located?

The RYTONER lies at a depth of about 41 meters and is located at coordinates 50 31.784 N,0 25.289 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RYTONER?

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

When did the RYTONER sink?

The RYTONER sank on May 14, 1925.

When was the wreck of the RYTONER discovered?

The wreck of the RYTONER was discovered in 1925.

What country did the RYTONER belong to?

The RYTONER belonged to GB.

What cargo was the RYTONER carrying?

The RYTONER was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the RYTONER?

The RYTONER had a tonnage of 437 tons.

What type of wreck is the RYTONER?

The RYTONER is classified as a steam ship.

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