Torrington Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Torrington Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 8 N,9 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.133333
  • Longitude: -9.000000
Water Depth 650 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TORRINGTON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 118.9 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 5597
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 8, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Torrington shipwreck is a historical underwater obstruction located in the North Atlantic Ocean, approximately 160 meters west-southwest of the Scilly Isles. The wreck site is officially charted at coordinates 48 08.00N, 09 00.00W. Historical records from the UK Hydrographic Office note that the Torrington was lost at this location, and the site is currently classified as a non-dangerous wreck (NDW) with a position accuracy of PA (Position Approximate). The wreck continues to be documented on international nautical charts, including French maritime surveys, where it is recognized as a fixed underwater feature in the North Atlantic region.

Surveying Details

M54928 5.12.18 SUNK 160M WSW OF THE SCILLY ISLES. POSN 480800N, 093300W. NCA. 13.6.90 SHOWN IN 4808.00N, 0900.00W [EUR] AS NDW PA ON SPANISH 4A. NCA. 27.10.08 SHOWN IN 4808.00N, 0900.00W [UND] ON FRENCH 7211 [4TH EDN' 08, 1:1000,000]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1905 BY W DOXFORD & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE TATEM STEAM NAV CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 359NHP FOR 10KNOTS. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. 34 LIVES LOST AND THE CAPTAIN WAS TAKEN PRISONER. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the TORRINGTON wreck located?

The TORRINGTON wreck is located at coordinates 48 8 N,9 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TORRINGTON?

The seabed around the TORRINGTON lies at approximately 650 meters deep.

When did the TORRINGTON sink?

The TORRINGTON sank on Apr 8, 1917.

When was the wreck of the TORRINGTON discovered?

The wreck of the TORRINGTON was discovered in 1917.

What country did the TORRINGTON belong to?

The TORRINGTON belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the TORRINGTON?

The TORRINGTON had a tonnage of 5597 tons.

What type of wreck is the TORRINGTON?

The TORRINGTON is classified as a steam ship.

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