Asgerd Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Asgerd Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 37.583 N,9 13.85 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.626383
  • Longitude: -9.230833
Water Depth 990 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ASGERD
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 74.1 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1308
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source other
Surveying Details H095/39 SUNK IN 563500N, 091000W, APPROX. HH111/350/01 27.2.91 LOCATED IN 563734.6N, 091350.8W [EUR]. (BP PETROLEUM DEV. LTD., TLX 26.2.91). NCA - PLOTS IN ABOUT 1000MTRS.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 137, WHILE ON PASSAGE BONESS TO SYDNEY, NOVA SCOTIA.

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FAQ

Where is the ASGERD wreck located?

The ASGERD wreck is located at coordinates 56 37.583 N,9 13.85 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ASGERD?

The seabed around the ASGERD lies at approximately 990 meters deep.

When did the ASGERD sink?

The ASGERD sank on Sep 28, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ASGERD discovered?

The wreck of the ASGERD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ASGERD belong to?

The ASGERD belonged to NO.

What cargo was the ASGERD carrying?

The ASGERD was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ASGERD?

The ASGERD had a tonnage of 1308 tons.

What type of wreck is the ASGERD?

The ASGERD is classified as a steam ship.

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