Achilles Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Achilles Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 17.083 N,6 40 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.284717
  • Longitude: 6.666667
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ACHILLES
Type steam ship
Tonnage 1000
Tonnage Type builders' measurement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1952
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Apr 21, 2007

Surveying Details

H811/52 9.11.71 H811/52 9.11.71 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 581705N, 064000E APPROX. LIES ABOUT 20MTRS SSW OF W END OF CUSTOMS HOUSE QUAY [FLEKKEFJORD]. LYING ON ITS SIDE WITH ABOUT 12MTRS OF WATER OVER HULL AT S END, 8MTRS AT N END. SALVAGE ABANDONED. (OSLO NM 1/48/52). NCA, EXISTING SCALES TOO SMALL. 21.4.07 21.4.07 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 478 [REPRINT APR '05]. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

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FAQ

Where is the ACHILLES wreck located?

The ACHILLES wreck is located at coordinates 58 17.083 N,6 40 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ACHILLES?

The seabed around the ACHILLES lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the ACHILLES discovered?

The wreck of the ACHILLES was discovered in 1952.

What was the tonnage of the ACHILLES?

The ACHILLES had a tonnage of 1000 tons.

What type of wreck is the ACHILLES?

The ACHILLES is classified as a steam ship.

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