A46 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
A46 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 29.117 N,0 26.65 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.485283
  • Longitude: -0.444167
Wreck Depth 18 m
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name A46
Type Caisson
Flag GB
Length 62 m
Draught 18
Tonnage 6044
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H02471/44 7.7.44 CHART AS WK 10FMS IN 492908N, 002640W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NM 1452/44. H2415/54 27.7.54 SHOWN AS WK 9.75FMS [18MTRS] IN 492907N, 002639W ON FRENCH 5815. LC 2073. 14.11.78 SHOWN AS WK 18MTRS ON FRENCH 6614 [1978 EDN]. 14.5.82 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 6927 [1981 EDN]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. R/P.
Last Amended Date Nov 20, 2001
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 29.117 N,0 26.65 W
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FAQ

Where is the A46 wreck located?

The A46 wreck is located at coordinates 49 29.117 N,0 26.65 W.

How deep is the A46 and where exactly is it located?

The A46 lies at a depth of about 18 meters and is located at coordinates 49 29.117 N,0 26.65 W.

How deep is the seabed around the A46?

The seabed around the A46 lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the A46 discovered?

The wreck of the A46 was discovered in 1944.

What country did the A46 belong to?

The A46 belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the A46?

The A46 had a tonnage of 6044 tons.

What type of wreck is the A46?

The A46 is classified as a caisson.

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