Shipwrecks of famous shipping lines
Peshawur (2)
1905-1917, Irish Sea
History
Peshawur (2) was a passenger/cargo liner built for P&O by Barclay, Curle & Co., Glasgow, and launched on 8 March 1905. Twin screws were powered by two triple-expansion steam engines. The ship’s primary purpose was to carry cargo, and a large amount of insulated space was provided for refrigerated goods. Limited accommodation for just 12 first-class passengers.
Sunk by a torpedo fired from UC 96. At least 11 lives were known to have been lost.
| Statistics | |
|---|---|
| Built | 1905 |
| Lost | 09-Oct-1917 |
| Tonnage | 7634 |
| Dimensions | 146.2 x 17.5 m (479.5 x 57.3 ft) |
| Speed | 14 knots |
| Fate | Torpedoed (U 96) |
Wreck
Divers visiting the wreck have reported low visibility, poor light and snagged fishing nets. The wreck also lies on a prawn ground and is seldom visited.
| Dive Data | |
|---|---|
| Position | 54°15,900'N 05°18,599'W |
| Depth | 58m (190ft) |
| Tides | |
| Visibility | Poor |