Argentina (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Argentina (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 36.97 N,7 7.077 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.616167
  • Longitude: 7.117950
Water Depth 280 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 128 m
Width 17.1 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 5277
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,foodstuffs: solid,grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 6, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SWEDISH MVS ARGENTINA & UDDEHOLM MINED IN 573900N, 071000E. (WW2SL & LL WW2). 12.5.71 NDW SHOWN IN 573700N, 070710E ON NOR 306 [CORRECT TO 22.12.70]. 19.10.76 SHOWN AS NDW IN DEPTHS OF 300MTRS ON W GER 63. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 19, 2024

Circumstances of loss

OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REDERI A/B NORDSTJERNAN. PASSAGE BUENOS AIRES & SANTOS FOR GOTHENBURG. MINED 30M SW OF CHRISTIANSAND. (DODS, WW2SL & LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 57 36.97 N,7 7.077 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 280 meters deep.

When did the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 6, 1942.

When was the wreck of the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1942.

What country did the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) belonged to SE.

What cargo was the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,foodstuffs: solid,grain.

What was the tonnage of the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY)?

The ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 5277 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY)?

The ARGENTINA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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