Ub 17 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ub 17 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 10.029 N,1 49.891 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.167150
  • Longitude: 1.831517
Water Depth 26 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UB 17
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 27.7 m
Width 3 m
Tonnage 142
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 11, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details HH090/616/01 9.1.95 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). AMENDED TO DEAD. POSN 521000N, 015000E FOR FILING ONLY. SEP 2016/000091759 31.8.17 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY 2016. (GARDLINE, HI 1495). NFA.
Last Amended Date Aug 31, 2017

Circumstances of loss

DEPTH CHARGED BY HMS ONSLOW.

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FAQ

Where is the UB 17 wreck located?

The UB 17 wreck is located at coordinates 52 10.029 N,1 49.891 E.

How deep is the seabed around the UB 17?

The seabed around the UB 17 lies at approximately 26 meters deep.

When did the UB 17 sink?

The UB 17 sank on Mar 11, 1918.

When was the wreck of the UB 17 discovered?

The wreck of the UB 17 was discovered in 1918.

What country did the UB 17 belong to?

The UB 17 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the UB 17?

The UB 17 had a tonnage of 142 tons.

What type of wreck is the UB 17?

The UB 17 is classified as a submarine.

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