Tom Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Tom Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		45 5 N,1 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 45.083333
  • Longitude: -1.833333
Water Depth 83 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TOM
Type steam ship
Flag ES
Length 88.4 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 5.3
Tonnage 2413
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 14, 1917
Original Detection Year 1919
Last Detection Year 1934
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H2474/19 9.7.19 SHOWN AS WK IN 450500N, 015000W ON FRENCH WK CHART 10105. BR STD. H8479/33 10.1.34 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH CHART. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. - NM 115/34.
Last Amended Date Mar 20, 2018

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1896 BY W GRAY & CO, WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY CIA NAV BACHI. (DODS). SUNK ABOUT 12M OFF COAST OF HOURTIN, NEAR RIVER GIRONDE, WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM BILBAO TO CARDIFF. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the TOM wreck located?

The TOM wreck is located at coordinates 45 5 N,1 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TOM?

The seabed around the TOM lies at approximately 83 meters deep.

When did the TOM sink?

The TOM sank on Apr 14, 1917.

When was the wreck of the TOM discovered?

The wreck of the TOM was discovered in 1919.

What country did the TOM belong to?

The TOM belonged to ES.

What cargo was the TOM carrying?

The TOM was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the TOM?

The TOM had a tonnage of 2413 tons.

What type of wreck is the TOM?

The TOM is classified as a steam ship.

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