Straton (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Straton (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 38.302 N,0 43.359 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.638367
  • Longitude: 0.722650
Water Depth 26 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STRATON (POSSIBLY)
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 34.1 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 197
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 8, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2014
Original Source other
Surveying Details 1918 SANK 26 MILES E FROM HUMBER LTV. (M 02990 & LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). POSN 533800N, 004800E APPROX. 10.4.24 INS DW PA IN 533900N, 003700E. BR STD. H01709/41 24.11.43 DELETE. - NM 1222/43. 3.9.90 WK OF TRAWLER LOCATED AND DIVED ON 533817N, 004328E [OGB] SOME 400YDS SW OF WK OF SCOTIA [8854]. (M OXLADE, TELECON 31.8.90). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 2.3.15 NOT LOCATED 2014 USING M/B. (CEFAS, SILVER PIT SURVEY 2014, BDC EXAMINATION OF DATA). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Mar 3, 2015

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE STRAND STEAM FISHING CO. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. STRUCK SUBMARINE-LAID MINE.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 38.302 N,0 43.359 E
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FAQ

Where is the STRATON (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The STRATON (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 38.302 N,0 43.359 E.

How deep is the seabed around the STRATON (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the STRATON (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 26 meters deep.

When did the STRATON (POSSIBLY) sink?

The STRATON (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 8, 1918.

When was the wreck of the STRATON (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the STRATON (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the STRATON (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The STRATON (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the STRATON (POSSIBLY)?

The STRATON (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 197 tons.

What type of wreck is the STRATON (POSSIBLY)?

The STRATON (POSSIBLY) is classified as a trawler.