Akeld Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Akeld Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 44.5 N,3 22 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.741667
  • Longitude: 3.366667
Water Depth 29 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AKELD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 53.3 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 643
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 9, 1940
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Mar 9, 2007

Surveying Details

SUNK IN 514430N, 032200E, OR 279DEGS, 12.3M FROM HOOK OF SCHOUWEN LT, GPFL. (N FORELAND RADIO). POSN 514430N, 032200E FOR FILING ONLY. 9.3.07 NOT SHOWN ON NETHERANDS SURVEYS, DTD 2000. AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE ROTTERDAM FOR THE TYNE. BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN MINED. WRECKAGE FOUND. (DODS & WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the AKELD wreck located?

The AKELD wreck is located at coordinates 51 44.5 N,3 22 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AKELD?

The seabed around the AKELD lies at approximately 29 meters deep.

When did the AKELD sink?

The AKELD sank on Mar 9, 1940.

When was the wreck of the AKELD discovered?

The wreck of the AKELD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the AKELD belong to?

The AKELD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AKELD?

The AKELD had a tonnage of 643 tons.

What type of wreck is the AKELD?

The AKELD is classified as a steam ship.

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