

HMS Hellespont

Location: | Three miles off Ricasoli Breakwater Lighthouse |
Max Depth (m): | 45m |
Orientation: | Sitting upright on sandy seabed |
Site Access: | Boat |
Diver Level: | AOW [or equivelant] |
Nationality: | Maltese |
Type Of Wreck: | Robust-class Deep Sea Rescue Paddle Steamer |
Propulsion: | - |
Weight (tons): | - |
Dimensions (m): | - |
Cause Lost: | During an air raid she was sunk by German/Italian aircraft, later salvaged then towed outside Grand Harbour and scuttled. |
Date Lost: | 6/7th April 1942 |
Date Rediscovered: | - |
Date Built: | Launched 10th May 1910 |
Builder: | C & W Earls Shipbuilding & Engineering Co. Hull, England |
Owner: | - |
Engine: | - |
Power: | - |
Speed: | - |
Protected: | Yes |
Wargrave: | - |
Last Update: | 28.05.2009 |
Comments: | An interesting dive with lots to see and explore. A stunning wreck which has remained remarkably intact. |
