Arlita Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Arlita Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 51 N,9 28 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.850000
  • Longitude: -9.466667
Water Depth 280 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARLITA
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 326
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 18, 1939
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 2.5.91 SUNK IN 575100N, 092800W APPROX. [UND]. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). IN 280MTRS. NCA. SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 22M WNW OF ST KILDA. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FLEETWOOD FOR FISHING GROUNDS. CAPTURED & SUNK BY U-35. (WW2SL, LL WW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the ARLITA wreck located?

The ARLITA wreck is located at coordinates 57 51 N,9 28 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARLITA?

The seabed around the ARLITA lies at approximately 280 meters deep.

When did the ARLITA sink?

The ARLITA sank on Sep 18, 1939.

When was the wreck of the ARLITA discovered?

The wreck of the ARLITA was discovered in 1939.

What country did the ARLITA belong to?

The ARLITA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ARLITA?

The ARLITA had a tonnage of 326 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARLITA?

The ARLITA is classified as a trawler.

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