Rytoner Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rytoner Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 34.103 N,0 11.955 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.568383
  • Longitude: 0.199250
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 55 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
Tonnage 437
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 14, 1925
Original Detection Year 1925
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3322/25 21.5.25 SANK, AFTER COLLISION, IN 503404N, 001203E, OR 189.5DEGS, 10 MILES FROM BEACHY HEAD LT. (LL, 14.5.25). CHART AS NDW PD (1925). SQ. DATE. H1181/40 1.6.40 NOW CHARTED AS NDW PA. NE 2451. 1.2.73 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 40MTRS. NC 536. H4959/73 23.4.75 NOT FOUND. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 55/74). NCA YET. H4121/76 9.8.76 NOT SEARCHED FOR MAY/JUNE 1976. (SOISS, HI 41/76). HH100/351/07 3.9.93 WK OF 'RYTONER' POSITIVELY IDENTIFIED IN 503145N, 002518E [SEE 20340]. (I WARREN, 1.9.93). DELETED. AMENDED TO DEAD. - NM 3193/93. HH091/159/01 26.6.07 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (OSAE, HI 1159). NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 3, 1993

Circumstances of loss

14.5.25 SANK IN COLLISION ON VOYAGE FROM PORTSMOUTH TO CALAIS. (LL, 14.5.25).

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FAQ

Where is the RYTONER wreck located?

The RYTONER wreck is located at coordinates 50 34.103 N,0 11.955 E.

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

The RYTONER lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 50 34.103 N,0 11.955 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RYTONER?

The seabed around the RYTONER lies at approximately 55 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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