Ampleforth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ampleforth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 10 N,10 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.166667
  • Longitude: -10.666667
Water Depth 2350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMPLEFORTH
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 121.9 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 4576
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H01001/40 18.11.40 H01001/40 18.11.40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 561000N, 104000W. (O.U 6353/40). 4.8.87 4.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE PLOTS IN APPROX 2350 MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1929. WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U-101 WHILST EN-ROUTE HULL TO JACKSONVILLE. OWNED ATTIME OF LOSS BY CHARLES CRAVOS & CO.

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FAQ

Where is the AMPLEFORTH wreck located?

The AMPLEFORTH wreck is located at coordinates 56 10 N,10 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMPLEFORTH?

The seabed around the AMPLEFORTH lies at approximately 2350 meters deep.

When did the AMPLEFORTH sink?

The AMPLEFORTH sank on Aug 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the AMPLEFORTH discovered?

The wreck of the AMPLEFORTH was discovered in 1940.

What country did the AMPLEFORTH belong to?

The AMPLEFORTH belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the AMPLEFORTH?

The AMPLEFORTH had a tonnage of 4576 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMPLEFORTH?

The AMPLEFORTH is classified as a steam ship.

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